Yelicones

Cameron, 1887

Yelicones is a of in the Rogadinae, containing at least 120 described . The genus has undergone taxonomic revision in the Australasian region, where 14 species have been documented from Australia, Papua New Guinea, and Fiji. As members of Braconidae, species in this genus are presumed to be , though specific associations remain poorly documented for most species.

Yelicones delicatus P1120519a by 
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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Yelicones: /jɛlɪˈkoʊniːz/

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Distribution

Documented from the Australasian region, with 14 recorded from Australia, Papua New Guinea, and Fiji. Distribution records also include the United States (Vermont).

Similar Taxa

  • MesocentrusY. tenuis was transferred from Yelicones to Mesocentrus, indicating morphological similarity between these
  • Other Rogadinae generaShares characteristics including mummification of , but specific distinguishing features require examination

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