Dolerus illini
Dolerus illini is a of in the Tenthredinidae. Sawflies are hymenopterans that superficially resemble but are distinguished by their broad connection between and (no wasp waist). The Dolerus contains numerous species, many of which are associated with grasses and sedges. Larvae of Dolerus species are herbivorous and can be distinguished from lepidopteran caterpillars by having six or more pairs of .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dolerus illini: /doʊˈlɛrəs ˈɪlɪnaɪ/
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Identification
Larvae of Dolerus have six or more pairs of , distinguishing them from lepidopteran caterpillars which have five pairs or fewer. This is a key diagnostic feature for separating larvae from and caterpillars. Dolerus species are generally small to medium-sized sawflies with relatively unornamented bodies compared to some other tenthredinid .
Similar Taxa
- Dolerus haematodesAnother in the same with similar larval ; both have six or more pairs of distinguishing them from lepidopteran caterpillars
- Lepidoptera larvae larvae including Dolerus illini are frequently mistaken for or caterpillars; they differ in having six or more pairs of versus five or fewer in Lepidoptera
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Data limitations
This has only one observation recorded on iNaturalist as of the source date, indicating it is poorly documented in public databases. Most information must be inferred from -level characteristics.