Buathra perplexa
(Cresson, 1879)
Buathra perplexa is a of in the Ichneumonidae, first described by Cresson in 1879. It belongs to a small of ichneumon wasps with limited documented natural history. The species is known from a modest number of observations, suggesting it may be uncommon or underrecorded. As with other members of Ichneumonidae, it is presumed to be a parasitoid of other insects, though specific associations remain undocumented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Buathra perplexa: /ˈbu.aθ.ra pəɹˈplɛk.sə/
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Distribution
Recorded from North America; specific range details are limited due to sparse collection records.
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Taxonomic notes
The Buathra is a small group within Ichneumonidae. Buathra perplexa was originally described by Cresson in 1879. The specific epithet 'perplexa' suggests some aspect of the original description was puzzling or difficult to classify.