Crossocerus lentus
(W. Fox, 1895)
Crossocerus lentus is a of square-headed wasp in the Crabronidae, described by W. Fox in 1895. The Crossocerus comprises small to medium-sized solitary that provision their nests with paralyzed prey, primarily small flies. This species is recorded from North America, with confirmed observations in Canada (Alberta). As with many Crabronidae, detailed biological information for this specific species remains limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Crossocerus lentus: //ˌkɹɒsəˈsiːɹəs ˈlɛntəs//
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Distribution
North America; confirmed present in Canada (Alberta).
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Taxonomic Note
The Crossocerus was formerly placed in the Sphecidae but is now classified in Crabronidae following modern phylogenetic revisions of the apoid .
Data Limitations
This has only two observations recorded on iNaturalist as of the knowledge cutoff, indicating it is rarely encountered or underreported. No species-specific biological studies have been identified.