Synonyms and other taxonomic changes
Tachina ruralis Fallén, 1810:
Range
Most of North America, Europe, and Asia.
Food
Larvae parasitise moths of the Plusiidae family.
Remarks
Parasitoid of the cabbage looper caterpillar, possible biocontrol (not very effective if infestation is high).
BPDB: Bio-Pesticides DataBase. U. Hertfordshire.
Internet References
Nature Spot. Images. Leicester and Rutland. UK
Contributed by
John F. Carr on 23 October, 2015 - 8:36pm
Additional contributions by
Beatriz MoissetLast updated 10 January, 2018 - 5:38pm