Ormyrus vacciniicola
Ashmead, 1887
Ormyrus vacciniicola is a in the Ormyridae, first described by Ashmead in 1887. Like other members of the Ormyrus, it parasitizes gall-forming insects. The name "vacciniicola" suggests an association with Vaccinium (blueberry/cranberry plants), though specific relationships require further documentation. This species belongs to a genus that has been subject to recent taxonomic revision, with cryptic identified through genetic analysis.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Ormyrus vacciniicola: //ɔːrˈmaɪrəs vækˌsɪniˈɪkələ//
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Distribution
Canada: New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario, and Quebec.