Pnigalio uroplatae
(Howard, 1885)
Pnigalio uroplatae is a of in the Eulophidae, first described by Howard in 1885. The species is known from Canada, with records from Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick, and Newfoundland. As a member of the Eulophidae, it is presumed to be a parasitoid of insect , though specific host associations for this species are not well documented. The Pnigalio includes species that attack various leaf-mining and gall-forming insects.
Pronunciation
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Identification
Specific diagnostic features for distinguishing Pnigalio uroplatae from are not documented in available sources. Members of Pnigalio are small chalcidoid wasps, typically 1-3 mm in length, with reduced wing venation characteristic of Eulophidae. Accurate identification to level requires examination of microscopic morphological characters including , wing venation, and genitalia, ideally by comparison with type material or keys.
Distribution
Canada: Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland.
Similar Taxa
- Pnigalio albiformisCongeneric in the same , distinguished by morphological characters not specified in available sources; requires examination for separation.
- Other Pnigalio speciesMultiple in the share general body plan and size; accurate identification relies on subtle morphological differences in , wing venation, and male genitalia.
More Details
Type specimen information
The was described by Howard in 1885. The original description predates the UCR Entomology Research Museum collection, and no specific specimen data is available from the provided sources.