Epinysson basilaris

(Cresson, 1882)

Epinysson basilaris is a of solitary in the Crabronidae (formerly placed in Bembicidae). The species was described by Cresson in 1882 and is distributed across Central America and North America. As a member of the Nyssonini tribe, it belongs to a group of kleptoparasitic or predatory wasps whose remains incompletely documented.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Epinysson basilaris: /ˌɛpɪˈnɪsən ˌbæsɪˈlɑːrɪs/

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Distribution

Central America and North America. GBIF records confirm presence in Middle America and North America.

Similar Taxa

  • Epinysson basilaris tuberculatus described by Handlirsch, distinguished by tuberculate
  • Epinysson arentisCongeneric described by R. Bohart, differing in distribution and morphological details
  • Epinysson bellusCongeneric described by Cresson, similar size range but distinct in structural features

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