Metopius krombeini

Townes & Townes, 1959

Metopius krombeini is a of ichneumon in the Ichneumonidae, described by Townes & Townes in 1959. The Metopius belongs to the ichneumonoid wasps, a diverse group of insects. As with other members of Metopius, this species likely exhibits the characteristic robust body form and reduced wing venation typical of the genus. The species is rarely documented, with only two observations recorded on iNaturalist.

Metopius (Metopius) krombeini krombeini by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Metopius (Metopius) krombeini krombeini by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Metopius (Metopius) krombeini krombeini by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.

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How to pronounce Metopius krombeini: //mɛˈtoʊpiəs krɒmˈbeɪnaɪ//

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