Glypta animosa
Cresson, 1870
Glypta animosa is a of ichneumon described by Cresson in 1870. The Glypta comprises wasps that develop inside the bodies of insects, with larvae consuming their hosts from within. Like other members of Ichneumonidae, this species likely targets lepidopteran larvae as hosts. The species is rarely documented, with only four observations recorded on iNaturalist.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Glypta animosa: /ˈɡlɪptə æ.nɪˈmoʊ.sə/
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Ecological Role
As a member of the Glypta, this likely functions as a , contributing to of herbivorous insect . Ichneumonid wasps in this genus are known to parasitize caterpillars, with their larvae developing internally and eventually killing the .