Torymus californicus
(Ashmead, 1886)
Torymus californicus is a of chalcid in the Torymidae, first described by Ashmead in 1886. The species is recorded from the United States. Torymidae are primarily associated with gall-forming insects and other . Specific biological details for this species remain poorly documented in available literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Torymus californicus: /ˈtɔːrɪməs kæˌlɪfɔːrˈnɪkəs/
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Distribution
United States (US)
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Taxonomic Note
Torymus californicus (Ashmead, 1886) is an accepted name in GBIF. The Torymus contains numerous species, many of which are poorly known biologically. Torymidae are a of parasitic within Chalcidoidea, typically associated with gall wasps (Cynipidae) and other gall-forming insects as or .
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
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