Cleptes purpuratus

Cleptes purpuratus is a of cuckoo wasp in the Chrysididae. Members of the Cleptes are of . The species has been documented in at least one observation record. As with other Cleptes species, it likely exhibits the characteristic metallic coloration and conglobation typical of the genus.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Cleptes purpuratus: /ˈklɛptɛs ˌpʊrpəˈrɑːtəs/

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Ecological Role

As a member of the Cleptes, this likely functions as a of , contributing to of sawfly species in its .

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