Cleonymus californicus
(Crawford, 1916)
Cleonymus californicus is a of chalcid in the Pteromalidae, described by Crawford in 1916. The species is known from California, reflecting its specific epithet. Like other members of the Cleonymus, it is presumed to be a wasp, though specific relationships remain undocumented in the available literature. The species is represented in major entomological collections, including the UCR Encyrtidae holdings.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cleonymus californicus: //kliːˈɒnɪməs ˌkælɪˈfɔːrnɪkəs//
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Distribution
Known from California, USA. Distribution records indicate occurrence within the state boundaries, consistent with the epithet.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- Catalogue of Life
- Encyrtid Holdings | Entomology Research Museum
- California Has No State Bee--Yet! | Bug Squad
- Bohart Museum: Learn about California's State Insect on UC Davis Picnic Day | Bug Squad
- Grasshoppers of Colorado
- Grasshoppers of Colorado
- Sex Attraction Pheromone Improves Detection of a Threatened Beetle