Hypomicrogaster
Ashmead, 1898
Species Guides
2Hypomicrogaster is a of braconid wasps in the Microgastrinae, containing over 40 described . The genus was taxonomically revised in 2015, with 40 new species described and four previously named species redescribed. Species in this genus are of Lepidoptera, with documented associations to 11 lepidopteran and 52 confirmed species feeding on 34 plant families. The genus is distributed across North, Central, and South America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hypomicrogaster: /haɪpoʊˌmaɪkroʊˈɡæstər/
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Identification
Hypomicrogaster can be distinguished from other Microgastrinae using morphological characters detailed in the illustrated taxonomic key (Mason et al., 2015). Specific diagnostic features for the genus are not explicitly stated in available sources; identification to species level requires reference to the comprehensive key provided in the taxonomic revision.
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Distribution
North America, Central America, and South America. Specific preferences or microhabitat details are not documented in available sources.
Host Associations
- Lepidoptera - 11
- Lepidoptera - 52 confirmed
Ecological Role
of Lepidoptera. The contributes to of caterpillars across diverse plant .
Similar Taxa
- Other Microgastrinae generaHypomicrogaster is distinguished from related by morphological characters detailed in Mason et al. (2015); precise differentiating features require examination with the provided identification key.