Eucoilinae

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Hymenoptera
Superfamily: Cynipoidea
Family: Figitidae
Subfamily: Eucoilinae

Summary

Eucoilinae is a subfamily of parasitoid wasps within the family Figitidae, characterized by its unique thoracic structure and parasitic behavior towards Diptera.

Physical Characteristics

The raised, teardrop-shape on the dorsal surface of the thorax (mesosoma) is characteristic of Eucoilinae.

Distribution

Figitid species occur throughout most of the world.

Diet

They are primary koinobiont endoparasitoids of Cyclorraphous Diptera, essentially parasites of fly pupae.

Ecosystem Role

Parasites of fly pupae, contributing to the regulation of fly populations.

Similar Taxa

Figitidae