Krombeinopyga aculeata

Krombeinopyga is a of sapygid in the Sapygidae, a group of solitary wasps within the order Hymenoptera. The Krombeinopyga was established to honor Karl V. Krombein, a prominent hymenopterist known for his extensive work on trap-nesting wasps and bees. Sapygid wasps are that exploit the nests of solitary bees, particularly mason bees and leafcutter bees. Very little specific biological information has been published for this particular species.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Krombeinopyga aculeata: //ˌkrɒmbiːnəˈpaɪɡə əˌkjuːliˈeɪtə//

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Ecological Role

of solitary bees; larvae consume the pollen provisions and or larvae left by the rightful nest owner.

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