Didineis texana
(Cresson, 1873)
Didineis texana is a of sand wasp in the Crabronidae, Bembicinae, tribe Alyssontini. It is one of several species in the Didineis, which are small to medium-sized adapted to sandy . The species was described by Cresson in 1873 and is known from the southern United States and Mexico. Like other members of its tribe, it is likely a of small insects, though specific biological details remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Didineis texana: //ˌdɪdɪˈneɪɪs tɛkˈsɑːnə//
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Habitat
Sandy including sand dunes, sandy prairies, and other xeric environments with loose soil suitable for nest excavation.
Distribution
Southern United States (primarily Texas and adjacent states) and Mexico. Records indicate presence in Middle America and North America.
Similar Taxa
- Didineis dilataSimilar size and preferences; distinguished by subtle morphological differences in wing venation and body proportions
- Didineis nodosaOverlapping geographic range in southern U.S.; separated by nodular thoracic structures and other subtle morphological features
- Didineis stevensiSympatric in parts of range; requires examination of specific structural characters for reliable separation