Grotea californica

Cresson, 1879

Grotea californica is a of ichneumon in the Ichneumonidae, first described by Cresson in 1879. It is to California. The Grotea comprises wasps that target bees and wasps, though specific associations for this species remain poorly documented. Records indicate it has been collected in museum holdings and observed in the field, with 86 observations documented on iNaturalist.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Grotea californica: //ˈɡroʊtiə ˌkælɪˈfɔrnɪkə//

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Distribution

California, United States. The specific epithet and collection records indicate this is restricted to California.

Ecological Role

As a member of Ichneumonidae, this likely functions as a , though specific relationships and ecological impacts have not been documented.

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