Hockeria unipunctatipennis
(Girault, 1918)
Hockeria unipunctatipennis is a of in the Chalcididae, described by Girault in 1918. It belongs to the Haltichellinae and is part of a known for attacking lepidopteran . The species has been recorded in eastern Canada, specifically Ontario and Quebec.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hockeria unipunctatipennis: /ˈhɒkɛriə ˌjuːnɪˌpʌŋktətɪˈpɛnɪs/
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Identification
The specific epithet 'unipunctatipennis' (one-spotted wing) suggests a diagnostic wing marking: a single spot or darkened area on the forewing. Within Hockeria, are distinguished by hind femoral , wing venation patterns, and antennal segment proportions. Confirmation requires comparison with and reference to Girault's original description.
Distribution
Eastern Canada: recorded from Ontario and Quebec. The limited distribution records suggest either a genuinely restricted range or under-sampling of this small .
Ecological Role
As a member of Chalcididae, this likely functions as a of Lepidoptera pupae or larvae, contributing to natural of species.
Similar Taxa
- Hockeria other speciesHockeria are morphologically similar and require examination of hind femoral teeth, wing spot patterns, and antennal proportions for separation. H. unipunctatipennis is distinguished by the single wing spot indicated in its name.
More Details
Taxonomic note
The Hockeria was revised by Burks (1960), who provided keys to North American . Original description by Girault (1918) from Canadian material.