Paracharactus
MacGillivray, 1908
Paracharactus is a of in the , Blennocampinae. The genus contains at least two described : P. gracilicornis and P. hyalinus. It is recorded from northern Europe including Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. As a member of the subfamily Blennocampinae, it belongs to a group of sawflies often associated with .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Paracharactus: //ˌpærəˈkæræktəs//
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Identification
Paracharactus can be distinguished from related in the tribe Blennocampini by genitalic characters, particularly the structure of the male and female saw. Specific external morphological features distinguishing this genus from similar blennocampine genera such as Monophadnus or Periclista require examination of detailed structural characters not reliably visible in field observations.
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Distribution
Recorded from Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Distribution records indicate presence in Scandinavia and adjacent regions of northern Europe.
Similar Taxa
- MonophadnusBoth are in the tribe Blennocampinae with similar overall body form; distinguished by genitalic and other structural characters.
- PericlistaAnother blennocampine with which Paracharactus may be confused; separation requires detailed morphological examination.
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Taxonomic placement
Paracharactus is placed in the tribe Blennocampini within Blennocampinae. This tribe contains numerous of small to -sized , many of which are poorly known biologically.
Species diversity
Only two are currently recognized: Paracharactus gracilicornis and P. hyalinus. The appears to be relatively species-poor compared to some related blennocampine genera.