Adelesta nova
(Norton, 1867)
Adelesta nova is a of in the Tenthredinidae, first described by Norton in 1867. It belongs to a group of herbivorous insects commonly known as sawflies, which are distinguished from other Hymenoptera by their broad connection between and (lacking the waist). The species has been recorded in eastern Canada.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Adelesta nova: /ˌædɛˈlɛstə ˈnoʊvə/
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Distribution
Eastern Canada: recorded from New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario, and Quebec.
More Details
Taxonomic Authority
Originally described by Norton in 1867, indicating this is a long-recognized rather than a recent discovery.
Family Characteristics
As a member of Tenthredinidae, this belongs to the largest of , which are herbivorous and often associated with woody plants.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- NCBI Taxonomy
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