Dichrogaster chrysopae
(Ashmead, 1894)
Dichrogaster chrysopae is a of in the Ichneumonidae, first described by Ashmead in 1894. The species epithet "chrysopae" indicates an association with lacewings (Chrysopidae), likely reflecting a relationship. It belongs to the Dichrogaster, a group of ichneumonid wasps. Available records for this species are extremely limited, with only a single observation documented on iNaturalist.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dichrogaster chrysopae: /ˌdaɪ.kroʊˈɡæs.tər ˌkrɪ.soʊˈpeɪ/
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Distribution
Distribution data is minimal. The has been recorded in the United States based on historical collection data. The single iNaturalist observation suggests ongoing but rare detection.
Host Associations
- Chrysopidae - epithet and placement suggest association with lacewings; specific species unconfirmed
Ecological Role
Presumed of lacewings (Chrysopidae), potentially functioning as a agent of predatory insects.
More Details
Taxonomic note
The name "chrysopae" is derived from Chrysopa, a of lacewings, strongly implying specificity. However, explicit host records from rearing studies have not been located in available literature.
Data limitations
This is exceptionally poorly documented in modern literature. The Catalogue of Life and GBIF records provide basic taxonomic placement only. No comprehensive species-level treatments, redescriptions, or biological studies were identified.