Xorides humeralis

(Say, 1829)

Xorides humeralis is a in the Ichneumonidae, Xoridinae. The has been documented as a parasitoid of emerald ash borer (Agrilus planipennis) in North Carolina, where females were recorded from galleries in ash trees. As a member of Xoridinae, it is presumed to be an ectoparasitoid of wood-boring beetle larvae, though direct biological observations beyond the record remain limited.

Xorides (Exomus) humeralis chiricensis by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Xorides (Exomus) humeralis chiricensis by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Xorides (Exomus) humeralis chiricensis by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Xorides humeralis: /ksɔˈriːdɛs hjuːməˈrɑːlɪs/

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Habitat

Emerald ash borer galleries in ash trees; specific broader preferences are not documented.

Distribution

North Carolina, USA; additional distribution records are not available in the provided sources.

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Ecological Role

of emerald ash borer, a destructive pest of ash trees. The may contribute to natural of this economically significant , though its efficacy and have not been quantified.

Human Relevance

Potential significance as a natural enemy of emerald ash borer, an pest causing widespread ash tree mortality in North America. The record suggests possible value in programs, though no management applications have been documented.

Similar Taxa

  • Xorides speciesOther members of the Xorides share similar and as of wood-boring beetles; specific distinguishing features for X. humeralis are not provided in available sources.
  • Other Xoridinae members are morphologically similar of wood-boring beetles; identification to level requires detailed examination.

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