Brachycistis

Fox, 1893

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Brachycistis is a of in the Tiphiidae to North America. Members of this genus are wasps, with females likely preying on soil-dwelling larvae. The genus was established by William H. Fox in 1893.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Brachycistis: /brəˈkɪstɪs/

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Distribution

to North America.

Ecological Role

that likely help regulate of soil-dwelling beetles.

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