Eur. J. Entomol. 94 (4): 567-573, 1997
Macropterous form of Dorypteryx domestica (Psocoptera: Psyllipsocidae)
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The macropterous form of psocid Dorypteryx domestica (Smithers, 1958), previously only known as brachypterous, is described. The macropterous individuals were reared from brachypterous parents in a laboratory culture. Morphology of macropterous male and female and wing variation is given. Wing polymorphism in psocids is discussed.
Keywords: Psocoptera, Dorypteryx domestica, macropterous form, wing morphology
Accepted: December 13, 1996; Published: October 1, 1997 Show citation
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