Pimpla pedalis

Cresson, 1865

Pimpla pedalis is a of ichneumon in the Ichneumonidae. It is a pupal that targets the Iridopsis ephyraria. The species has been recorded primarily from the Canadian prairies region, with observations concentrated in Alberta.

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How to pronounce Pimpla pedalis: /ˈpɪmplə ˈpɛdəlɪs/

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Distribution

Widespread across the prairies region, particularly in parkland areas of Alberta, Canada. Specific localities include Armena, Bilby, Calgary, and Edmonton.

Diet

Pupal of Iridopsis ephyraria, a of .

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Ecological Role

Acts as a agent by parasitizing the pupal stage of its .

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Taxonomic Note

The Pimpla has undergone taxonomic revision, with some transferred to related genera such as Coccygomimus. However, P. pedalis remains classified under Pimpla.

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