Ageniella euphorbiae

(Viereck, 1903)

Ageniella euphorbiae is a of spider wasp in the Pompilidae, first described by Viereck in 1903. It belongs to the Ageniella, a group of small pompilid wasps known for -mimicry in females. The specific epithet 'euphorbiae' suggests an association with plants in the genus Euphorbia. The species is part of the 'accepta species group' within Ageniella, which includes at least three North American species.

Spider wasp female (Pompilidae, Ageniella euphorbiae) (26711666998) by Insects Unlocked from USA. Used under a CC0 license.Spider wasp female (Pompilidae, Ageniella euphorbiae) (25712802547) by Insects Unlocked from USA. Used under a CC0 license.Spider wasp male (Ageniella euphorbiae) (40623214001) by Insects Unlocked from USA. Used under a CC0 license.

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How to pronounce Ageniella euphorbiae: /ˌædʒɪˈnaɪlə juːˈfɔːrbi.aɪ/

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Similar Taxa

  • Ageniella acceptaBoth belong to the 'accepta group' and share -mimicry traits in females; difficult to distinguish without expert examination
  • Ageniella conflictaClosely related member of the same group with overlapping range; females nearly identical in appearance requiring dissection for definitive identification
  • Ageniella blaisdelliThird member of the accepta group, restricted to western North America

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