Hemipenthes jaennickeana
(Osten Sacken, 1886)
Hemipenthes jaennickeana is a of in the , characterized by its hyper-parasitic larval lifestyle. Like other members of the Hemipenthes, its develop as of other parasitic , specifically targeting ichneumon and larvae that themselves parasitize . The species was described by Osten Sacken in 1886 and is part of a diverse family of that often mimic in appearance.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hemipenthes jaennickeana: /ˌhɛmɪˈpɛnθiːz ˌjaɪnɪˈkiːənə/
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Life Cycle
are hyper-, developing inside the larvae of ichneumon and . These are themselves parasites of and . details are not documented.
Ecological Role
Functions as a hyper- in , potentially regulating of and indirectly affecting herbivorous populations.