Mesostenina

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Mesostenina: //ˌmɛsəʊˈstɛnaɪnə//

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Summary

Stiromesostenus is an Australian genus of ichneumon wasps in the subfamily Cryptinae, known for being parasitoids of certain moth species, including specific lepidopterans associated with macadamia trees.

Physical Characteristics

Ranges from small to moderately large, with forewing length of 4-12 mm. Most species are reddish brown in colour and several have darkened wing apices. The antennae have white bands in the middle.

Distribution

Australia

Diet

Parasitoids of Lepidoptera.

Ecosystem Role

Parasitoids contributing to population control of host species (Lepidoptera).

Tags

• Stiromesostenus
• ichneumon wasps
• Cryptinae
• parasitoids
• Australia