Tenthredo masneri
Tenthredo masneri is a of common in the Tenthredinidae. Like other members of the Tenthredo, it lacks the narrow " waist" characteristic of many Hymenoptera, with the broadly attached to the . The species is part of a large genus comprising approximately 118 species in the U.S. and Canada, many of which exhibit mimicry of stinging wasps such as yellowjackets.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Tenthredo masneri: /tɛnˈθre.do ˈmas.nɛ.ri/
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Similar Taxa
- Tenthredo (other species)The Tenthredo contains approximately 118 in the U.S. and Canada with substantial variation in color patterns, making species-level identification problematic based on appearance alone.
- Other TenthredinidaeCommon sawflies share the triangular with slightly bulging and complex reticulated wing venation; Tenthredo are distinguished by their larger size, more robust build, and tendency to appear later in the season (late summer and early autumn) compared to most .
- Vespidae (stinging wasps)Many Tenthredo mimic stinging in coloration and pattern, but can be distinguished by the broad connection between and (no constricted waist) and the absence of a stinger in females.