Thyreodon rivinae
Porter, 1980
Thyreodon rivinae is a of ichneumon described by Porter in 1980. The Thyreodon belongs to the , one of the largest families of wasps. Members of this genus are known from the southwestern United States and adjacent Mexico. The species is poorly documented in scientific literature, with limited published information on its biology and .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Thyreodon rivinae: /θaɪˈriːədɒn ˈrɪvɪnaɪ/
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Identification
Thyreodon rivinae can be distinguished from similar ichneumon by its placement in the Thyreodon, which is characterized by specific morphological features of the and mesosoma. The may be confused with Rhynchophion flammipennis, another large, brightly colored ichneumon wasp from the southwestern United States; however, Thyreodon rivinae has been noted as a distinct in the region. Accurate identification requires examination of detailed morphological characters and reference to the original description by Porter (1980).
Distribution
Known from the southwestern United States, specifically Arizona, and adjacent regions of Mexico. The has been documented in Pima County, Arizona, including the Madera Canyon area.
Similar Taxa
- Rhynchophion flammipennisLarge, brightly colored ichneumon from the same region with similar appearance; historically confused with Thyreodon in the southwestern United States.