The names of European mosquitoes. Part 7
Publication Type: | Journal Article |
Year of Publication: | 2001 |
Authors: | K. Snow |
Journal: | European Mosquito Bulletin |
Volume: | 9 |
Pagination: | 4-8 |
Date Published: | 03/2001 |
Abstract: | <p>This article is the seventh in a series to be published in the Bulletin to add meaning to the names of European mosquitoes. For each entry the name of the taxon is given together with the author and date and the reference to the original description. There is also either a quotation from the original description. translated where necessary, or a resume indicating the author's reason for using the name in question. Where appropriate, a brief explanation of the etymology is provided. In some cases the reason for naming the species may not be clear and correspondence to the author is invited. Additional information will be published in future issues of the Bulletin as letters to the editors.</p> |