Monophadnoides osgoodi
Monophadnoides osgoodi is a in the Tenthredinidae, suborder . The Monophadnoides belongs to the Blennocampinae. Sawflies in this genus are plant-feeding whose larvae feed on leaves. The species name honors a collector, following the pattern of other species in the genus such as M. conspiculatus and M. rubi.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Monophadnoides osgoodi: /mɒnəˈfædnoɪdiːz ˈɒzgʊdaɪ/
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Distribution
The distribution of Monophadnoides osgoodi is poorly documented. Related in the Monophadnoides show wide distributions in eastern North America, with some species previously known only from the Appalachian Mountains later found to have broader ranges.
Diet
Larvae of related Monophadnoides feed on leaves of plants. Monophadnoides rubi, a , is known as the raspberry sawfly and feeds on Rubus species. The specific host plant associations for M. osgoodi have not been established.
Similar Taxa
- Monophadnoides rubiBoth belong to the same and share similar larval with branched spines. M. rubi is a known pest of raspberry and blackberry plants, while M. osgoodi's associations are unknown.
- Monophadnoides conspiculatusBoth are congeneric . M. conspiculatus was previously known only from the Appalachian Mountains but represents a significant range extension when found in Arkansas, suggesting similar may have broader distributions than initially recorded.
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Taxonomic context
The Monophadnoides is part of the Blennocampinae within Tenthredinidae. in this genus are characterized by larvae with branched spines, distinguishing them from other genera. The genus contains approximately 20 North American species, many of which are poorly known and infrequently collected.