Theronia

Holmgren, 1859

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Theronia is a of ichneumon wasps in the Ichneumonidae, established by Holmgren in 1859. The genus comprises at least 30 described with a worldwide distribution. Species in this genus are , specifically endoparasitoids or hyperparasitoids, of Lepidoptera larvae.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Theronia: /θɛˈroʊniə/

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Distribution

Worldwide distribution. Documented occurrence records include Denmark, Norway, Sweden, the United States (including Vermont), and other regions.

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Ecological Role

agent. As of Lepidoptera larvae, in this contribute to of and caterpillars.

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Species Diversity

At least 39 have been documented in taxonomic databases, though sources vary on the exact number of described species.

Taxonomic Authority

established by Carl Gustaf Holmgren in 1859.

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