rose midge
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The rose midge (Dasyneura rhodophaga) is a tiny, delicate insect belonging to the gall midge family. These insects are characterized by their beaded antennae and short-haired wings with few veins. The larvae of the rose midge infest the young buds and shoots of roses, making it a significant pest, particularly in greenhouses. While they are a serious problem for rose cultivation, they are rarely found outdoors.12
Other gall midges can cause tissue swellings, or galls, on plants, and some species are beneficial, preying on aphids and mites.1
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