Leptofoenus rufus
LaSalle & Stage, 1985
Leptofoenus rufus is a of chalcidoid in the Pelecinellidae, described by LaSalle and Stage in 1985. The Leptofoenus is notable within the Chalcidoidea for its relatively large body size compared to most members of this superfamily. This species is known from Mexico based on distribution records.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Leptofoenus rufus: //ˌlɛptoʊˈfiːnəs ˈruːfəs//
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Distribution
Mexico
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Taxonomic Note
The placement of Leptofoenus has been subject to revision. While Catalogue of Life places it in Pelecinellidae, some sources including GBIF have historically listed it under Pteromalidae. The is distinguished within Chalcidoidea by its elongated body form.
Observation Records
As of available records, this has been documented in only 2 iNaturalist observations, indicating it is rarely encountered or understudied.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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