Homotropus
Förster, 1869
Homotropus is a of in the Ichneumonidae, Diplazontinae. The genus is distributed across the Palearctic region, with confirmed records from Japan, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Twelve are recognized in the Japanese fauna, including the recently described H. japonicum. The genus has undergone taxonomic revision, with several species transferred from the related genus Syrphoctonus and multiple synonymies established.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Homotropus: /hɒˈmɒtrəpəs/
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Identification
Identification relies on morphological characters detailed in taxonomic keys, particularly for distinguishing Japanese . The is distinguished from the related Syrphoctonus based on structural features, though specific diagnostic characters are not provided in available sources. Species-level identification requires examination of detailed morphological traits.
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Distribution
Japan (twelve recorded); Denmark; Norway; Sweden. New distribution records established for H. areolaris, H. crassicornis, H. klopfsteinae, H. megaspis, and H. sundevalli in Japan.
Similar Taxa
- SyrphoctonusClosely related in Diplazontinae; have been transferred between these genera based on revised morphological assessments. Four species previously placed in Syrphoctonus were synonymized with Homotropus species.