Phytodietus vulgaris
Cresson, 1870
Phytodietus vulgaris is an ichneumonid described by Cresson in 1870. It is a known to attack the orange tortrix (Argyrotaenia citrana), a tortricid pest. The species has been documented in western Canada, with records from Alberta and Manitoba. Its includes , though specific details require further study.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Phytodietus vulgaris: /faɪtoʊˈdaɪətəs vʌlˈɡɛərɪs/
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Distribution
Recorded from western Canada: Calgary and Edmonton in Alberta; Wagner Natural Area, Alberta; Dauphin and 5 miles southwest of Shilo in Manitoba.
Host Associations
- Argyrotaenia citrana - Orange tortrix (Lepidoptera: Tortricidae); primary for larval development
Life Cycle
Has been observed to undergo ; specific timing and instar of diapause not specified in available sources.
Ecological Role
Acts as a of the orange tortrix , potentially contributing to of this tortricid pest in agricultural and natural settings.
More Details
Research Gaps
Most attributes, including detailed mechanisms, voltinism, and range breadth, remain undocumented in publicly available literature. The is represented by minimal observation records (1 iNaturalist observation as of source date).
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
- Catalogue of Life
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