Conura lasnierii
(Guérin-Méneville, 1844)
Conura lasnierii is a of chalcid in the Chalcididae, first described by Guérin-Méneville in 1844. The Conura comprises wasps, and members of this genus are known to attack pupae of Lepidoptera. This species has been documented from a limited number of observations, with records primarily from the Neotropical region.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Conura lasnierii: /kɔˈnuːɾə læsˈniːri.aɪ/
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Identification
-level identification of Conura lasnierii requires examination of morphological characters including antennal structure, mesosomal , and wing venation patterns. Conura species are distinguished from other Chalcididae by the presence of a distinct pronotal collar and characteristic hind femoral . Definitive identification to species level generally requires taxonomic expertise and comparison with type material.
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Distribution
Neotropical region. Specific country records are sparse in available databases.
Host Associations
- Lepidoptera - Conura are known to parasitize pupae of Lepidoptera; this specific association is inferred from -level but has not been directly confirmed for C. lasnierii
Ecological Role
As a member of Chalcididae, this likely functions as a contributing to regulation of lepidopteran . The ecological role has not been specifically documented for this species.
Similar Taxa
- Conura speciesOther in the Conura share similar body plans and coloration; differentiation requires detailed examination of diagnostic morphological characters
- Other Chalcididae generaMembers of related such as Chalcis and Hockeria may resemble Conura in general appearance; separation depends on pronotal structure and hind leg
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Taxonomic History
Originally described as Chalcis lasnierii by Guérin-Méneville in 1844, this was later transferred to the Conura. The specific epithet honors an individual, likely a collector or colleague, though the exact etymology has not been documented in readily available sources.
Data Limitations
This is represented by very few observations in biodiversity databases (5 records in iNaturalist as of source date). The sparse data reflects either genuine rarity, undercollection, or taxonomic obscurity rather than absence from .