Aphelininae is a of minute parasitic in the Aphelinidae (order Hymenoptera). Members are primarily of scale insects, whiteflies, and other Hemiptera, with some serving as important agents. The subfamily was established by Thomson in 1876. Some historically placed in Aphelininae have been subject to taxonomic revision, with certain species formerly classified here now reassigned to other families such as Eulophidae.
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Distribution
Worldwide distribution. Specific records include Burma (Myanmar) for at least one .
Ecological Role
of scale insects, whiteflies, and other Hemiptera. Some function as agents in agricultural systems.
Human Relevance
Potential use in biological pest control programs, particularly for management of scale insects and whiteflies in agricultural settings.
Similar Taxa
- EulophidaeSome historically classified in Aphelininae have been reassigned to Eulophidae; the title of the Burma source (' of Physcus Sp. (Eulophidae, Aphelininae)') suggests historical or disputed placement of certain between these .