CONKRD – Diptera

November 4, 2026

Sample information
Picture
Entry by: Keylan D.
Location
Approximate location: 31.98, -81.16
Collection date 08/26/2026
Captive / Cultivated? Wild-caught
Group Georgia Southern University
Observations

All collections were made on the 26th of August 2026, in and around the parking lot in front of the GSU Armstong Science center, with all collections taking place between 6:05 and 6:35 pm.

I was able to collect my sand fly using the sweep in the adjacent field and shrubbery.
Putative identification Arthropoda Insecta

Methods
Extraction kit none
DNA extraction location Abdomen
Single or Duplex PCR Single Reaction
Gel electrophoresis system Standard electrophoresis system
Buffer TAE
DNA stain Other
Gel images
Protocol notes

Results
Wolbachia presence No
Confidence level High
Explanation of confidence level

The DNA sample was interfered with in some way, so it did not show a solid answer.
Wolbachia 16S sequence
Arthropod COI sequence
Summary The Insecta was found to be negative for Wolbachia.
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