Cratichneumon viator
(Scopoli, 1763)
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1Cratichneumon viator is a of ichneumon in the Ichneumonidae. It is a wasp, though specific associations remain poorly documented. The species has been recorded across parts of Europe and North America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cratichneumon viator: //ˌkrætɪkˈnjuːmɒn ˈviːətɔːr//
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Distribution
Recorded from Belgium (including Flemish Region), Denmark, and parts of Canada (Southeast and Southwest regions). The appears to have a transatlantic distribution, though records are sparse.
Ecological Role
As a member of Ichneumonidae, this likely functions as a of other insects, contributing to of potential species.
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Taxonomic note
The was originally described by Scopoli in 1763, making it one of the earlier described ichneumonid species. The Cratichneumon contains multiple species that can be difficult to distinguish without detailed examination.