Chrysis cessata
Buysson, 1891
Chrysis cessata is a of cuckoo wasp in the Chrysididae, first described by Buysson in 1891. Like other members of the Chrysis, it is a that exploits the nests of solitary and bees. Cuckoo wasps are characterized by their brilliant metallic coloration and heavily armored that allow them to resist attacks from species.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Chrysis cessata: /ˈkrɪsɪs sɛˈsaːta/
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Taxonomic Status
Chrysis cessata is recognized as a valid in the Chrysis, Chrysididae. The genus Chrysis is one of the largest genera within Chrysididae and is taxonomically challenging due to high intraspecific color variation and morphological similarity between species.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
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