Morphological identification and biological observations of Lopheucoila mexicana (Hymenoptera, Figitidae, Eucoilinae), a parasitoid of Neosilba batesi (Diptera, Lonchaeidae) in avocado
The lance fly Neosilba batesi (Curran, 1932) (Diptera: Lonchaeidae) has traditionally been regarded as a secondary colonizer of damaged fruits, yet recent observations suggest it may infest developing avocado ( Persea americana Miller, 1768) fruits and contribute to premature fruit drop. Despite its potential eco...