Vipio
Latreille, 1805
Vipio is a of in the Braconidae, first described by Latreille in 1805. in this genus are known to parasitize larvae, particularly those in the family Curculionidae (weevils). The genus occurs across northern Europe and has been documented in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Vipio: /ˈvi.pi.o/
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Distribution
Recorded from Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. The likely has a broader Palearctic distribution, though specific country records remain limited in available databases.
Host Associations
- Curculionidae - Larval of weevil larvae
Ecological Role
in this contribute to of weevil in their native .
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Taxonomic Note
Vipio is placed in the Braconinae based on morphological characteristics, though some historical treatments have varied in its precise placement within Braconidae.