Pimpla sodalis longigenalis
(Cushman, 1920)
Pimpla sodalis longigenalis is a of ichneumon in the Ichneumonidae, first described by Cushman in 1920. It belongs to the Pimpla, a group of wasps known for attacking caterpillars. The subspecific epithet "longigenalis" suggests a distinguishing feature related to antennal or genal length. The is currently accepted in the Catalogue of Life and GBIF databases, with distribution records from Norway and Sweden.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Pimpla sodalis longigenalis: /ˈpɪm.plə soʊˈdælɪs ˌlɒn.dʒɪˈdʒiː.nælɪs/
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Identification
As a of Pimpla sodalis, P. s. longigenalis would be distinguished from the nominate subspecies by subtle morphological differences, likely involving measurements of antennal segments or genal structures as implied by the name "longigenalis." Definitive identification requires examination of and comparison with P. s. sodalis.
Distribution
Norway and Sweden (based on GBIF distribution records).
Similar Taxa
- Pimpla sodalis sodalisThe nominate ; distinguished by comparative , likely involving differences in antennal or genal proportions.
- Pimpla sodalisThe in general; other may exist and would differ in specific morphometric traits.
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Taxonomic Note
The Pimpla has undergone significant taxonomic revision, with some authorities treating Coccygomimus as a valid genus while others consider it a synonym of Pimpla. The concept in this group has been historically applied inconsistently, and some subspecies have been elevated to rank or synonymized based on more detailed study.
Etymology
The subspecific name "longigenalis" is derived from Latin roots suggesting "long" (longi-) and "genal" or "cheek" (-genalis), likely referring to elongated genae or antennal segments.