Parnopes fulvicornis
Parnopes fulvicornis is a of in the . As a member of the Parnopes, it is a that lays in the nests of other solitary . The species is known from a limited number of observations, with records primarily from western North America. Like other chrysidid wasps, it likely exhibits the family's characteristic metallic coloration and heavily sculptured .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Parnopes fulvicornis: //ˌpɑːrˈnoʊpiːz ˌfʊlvɪˈkɔrnɪs//
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Distribution
Western North America, with observations recorded from California and surrounding regions.
Ecological Role
As a , likely functions as a agent of other solitary wasp by laying in nests. The developing consumes the host egg or larva and its food provisions.
Similar Taxa
- Parnopes edwardsiiAnother North in the same , also a of sand (Steniolia).
- Parnopes grandiorEuropean known as the 'ruby-tailed ,' shares the same lifestyle and metallic appearance, but occurs in Europe rather than North America.