Pimpla maura
Cresson, 1870
Pimpla maura is a of ichneumon in the Ichneumonidae, first described by Cresson in 1870. It belongs to the Pimpla, a group of wasps known for attacking caterpillars. Like other members of its genus, this species likely functions as a parasitoid of lepidopteran larvae. The species has been documented in iNaturalist with 28 observations, though detailed biological studies appear limited in the accessible literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Pimpla maura: /ˈpɪm.plə ˈmaʊ.rə/
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Ecological Role
As a member of the Pimpla, this likely functions as a that contributes to of and caterpillars. Ichneumonid wasps in this genus are generally considered beneficial in agricultural and forest due to their role in suppressing lepidopteran pest .