Arge cyra

(Kirby, 1882)

Arge cyra is a of in the Argidae, first described by Kirby in 1882. It is a member of the Arge, which comprises approximately 200 species of sawflies distributed primarily across the Northern Hemisphere. The species has been recorded across multiple Canadian provinces, suggesting a broad distribution in North America. Sawflies in this family are phytophagous, with larvae typically feeding externally on plants.

Argid sawfly (Argidae, Arge cyra (Kirby)) (36217553670) by Insects Unlocked
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How to pronounce Arge cyra: /ˈɑrɡeɪ ˈsɪrə/

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Distribution

Canada: recorded from Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and New Brunswick.

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