Dicarnosis
Mercet, 1921
Species Guides
1Dicarnosis is a of in the Encyrtidae, Tetracneminae. The genus was erected by Mercet in 1921. within this genus are known from Mexico, Sweden, and Norway based on available records. The type species Dicarnosis superba was described from Spain. At least four species are currently recognized: D. ripariensis, D. superba, D. vicina, and additional undetermined species.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dicarnosis: /dɪˈkɑrnəsɪs/
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Habitat
Riparian environments, as indicated by the epithet 'ripariensis' of Dicarnosis ripariensis, suggesting association with riverbanks and stream margins.
Distribution
Mexico (new record for D. ripariensis); Sweden and Norway (GBIF records); Spain (type locality of D. superba).
Ecological Role
in the Encyrtidae are generally known to attack scale insects (Coccoidea) and other homopteran , though specific host records for Dicarnosis are limited.