Anagyrus pulchricornis

(Howard, 1894)

Anagyrus pulchricornis is a of in the Encyrtidae, first described by Howard in 1894. It belongs to a widely used in programs targeting mealybugs (Pseudococcidae). The species is known from the Caribbean region, with records from Jamaica, the Grenadines, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Like other members of Anagyrus, it likely parasitizes mealybug , though specific host associations for this species remain poorly documented in the available literature.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Anagyrus pulchricornis: /ænəˈdʒaɪrəs pʌlkriˈkɔrnɪs/

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Distribution

Caribbean region: Jamaica, Grenadines, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (VC). Distribution records are sparse and based on limited collection data.

Ecological Role

Member of a containing important agents for mealybug pests; likely functions as a primary of mealybugs in its native range.

Human Relevance

Potential agent for mealybug pests, though specific applications of this have not been documented in the available literature. Other Anagyrus species are widely used in programs globally.

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