Dolerus aprilis
(Norton, 1861)
Dolerus aprilis is a in the Tenthredinidae. Larvae of this are known to possess six or more pairs of , distinguishing them from lepidopteran caterpillars which have five or fewer. The species was described by Norton in 1861 and occurs in several Canadian provinces.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dolerus aprilis: /dɔˈlɛɹəs əˈprɪlɪs/
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Identification
Larvae can be distinguished from and caterpillars by possessing six or more pairs of along the , compared to five or fewer in Lepidoptera. are typical in the Dolerus.
Distribution
Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Labrador, Manitoba.
Similar Taxa
- Dolerus haematodesCongeneric with similar larval ; both possess six or more pairs of distinguishing them from lepidopteran caterpillars.