Zaschizonyx montana
(Cresson, 1865)
Zaschizonyx montana is a of in the Tenthredinidae. It was described by Cresson in 1865. The Zaschizonyx belongs to a group of sawflies commonly known as conifer sawflies, though specific ecological details for this species remain poorly documented. The species epithet "montana" suggests a possible association with mountainous regions.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Zaschizonyx montana: /zəˈskɪzoʊnɪks mɒnˈtænə/
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Distribution
The specific geographic distribution of Zaschizonyx montana is not well documented in available sources. The Zaschizonyx has been recorded in North America.
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Taxonomic Status
Zaschizonyx montana is a valid in the Tenthredinidae (), distinct from the true , bees, and ants despite being in the order Hymenoptera. Sawflies are characterized by a broad connection between the and (no 'wasp waist'), and larvae that resemble caterpillars.
Data Availability
Only 4 observations of this have been recorded on iNaturalist as of the data retrieval date, indicating it is either rare, underreported, or difficult to identify. No Wikipedia summary exists for this species.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
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