Diradops bethunei
(Cresson, 1869)
Diradops bethunei is an ichneumonid known to attack the notodontid Heterocampa manteo. It has been documented to cause developmental in its , specifically reducing larval capsule size. The occurs in the northeastern United States, with records from Vermont.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Diradops bethunei: /dɪˈrædɒps bɪˈθuːniː/
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Distribution
Northeastern United States; recorded from Vermont.
Host Associations
- Heterocampa manteo - Reduces larval capsule size in
Behavior
Has been observed to reduce larval capsule size in its Heterocampa manteo, indicating developmental disruption of the host during .
Ecological Role
of lepidopteran , contributing to of its .