Elampus
Elampus
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Hymenoptera
- Superfamily: Chrysidoidea
- Family: Chrysididae
- Subfamily: Chrysidinae
- Tribe: Elampini
- Genus: Elampus
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Elampus: /ɛˈlæmpəs/
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Summary
Elampus is a genus of insects belonging to the family Chrysididae, with around 8 species identified in our area and approximately 50 species worldwide. They are found in most zoogeographic regions except for the Australian and Oriental areas. The genus is particularly diverse in the Palaearctic region and has species that parasitize ground-nesting Crabronidae.
Distribution
Species of Elampus are found in Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America. They are most diverse in the Palaearctic region.
Diet
Parasitize ground-nesting Crabronidae.
Tags
- Elampus
- Chrysididae
- Hymenoptera