Eupelmus epicaste

Walker, 1847

Eupelmus epicaste is a of in the Eupelmidae, first described by Francis Walker in 1847. Like other members of the Eupelmus, it is presumed to be a parasitoid of other insects, though specific relationships for this species remain poorly documented. The genus is known for females possessing elongated, flexible ovipositors adapted for drilling into substrates to locate hosts.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Eupelmus epicaste: //juːˈpɛlməs ˌɛpɪˈkæsti//

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Distribution

Distribution records exist for Canada (CA) based on GBIF data.

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