Coelichneumon viola
(Cresson, 1864)
Coelichneumon viola is a of ichneumon described by Cresson in 1864. It belongs to the large Ichneumonidae, a group of wasps characterized by slender bodies and long . The Coelichneumon is part of the diverse ichneumonid radiation, with species distributed across North America. Specific biological details for this species remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Coelichneumon viola: /sɛlɪkˈnjuːmɒn viˈoʊlə/
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Distribution
North America
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Taxonomic Note
The Coelichneumon was historically treated as a subgenus of Ichneumon but has been elevated to full generic status in modern classifications. The specific epithet 'viola' likely refers to the violet or purple coloration sometimes present in this or related , though original description details are not widely accessible.
Data Availability
This is represented by only 5 observations on iNaturalist and appears infrequently in modern collections. Most available information derives from historical taxonomic literature rather than ecological studies.