Aphelininae

Thomson, 1876

Aphelininae is a of minute parasitic in the ( ). Members are primarily of , , and other , 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 .

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Aphelininae: /ɑfəˈlɪnɪniː/

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Distribution

Worldwide distribution. Specific records include Burma (Myanmar) for at least one .

Ecological Role

of , , and other . Some function as agents in agricultural systems.

Human Relevance

Potential use in biological pest control programs, particularly for management of and in agricultural settings.

Similar Taxa

EulophidaeSome historically classified in Aphelininae have been reassigned to ; the title of the Burma source ('Biology of Physcus Sp. (Eulophidae, Aphelininae)') suggests historical or disputed placement of certain between these .