Tiphiinae
Tiphiinae
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Hymenoptera
- Superfamily: Tiphioidea
- Family: Tiphiidae
- Subfamily: Tiphiinae
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Tiphiinae: /ˈtɪfɪɪˌneɪ/
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Summary
Tiphiinae is a subfamily of the flower wasp family Tiphiidae, characterized by their small to medium size, distinct physical features, and worldwide distribution. There are 141 species within 5 genera in the region, with notable characteristics such as the morphology of their wings and body coloration used for identification.
Physical Characteristics
Small to medium sized wasps, up to 25 mm in length. Males have 10-13 antennal segments; females have 10-12. Body colors are typically orange-red or black. Wingless females exhibit distinct dorsal segmentation on the thorax. The forewing has a distinct pterostigma and well-developed venation. Legs show a fore femur that is not obviously thickened.
Identification Tips
The presence or absence of a vein bisecting the first cubital cell in forewings and the coloration of the body (black without spots in Paratiphia vs. having distinct spots in Epomidiopteron) can aid identification. Males are typically winged, but females may be winged or wingless. Check for the morphology of mouthparts and tegulae.
Distribution
Worldwide distribution, with a transcontinental presence.
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Tags
- wasps
- Tiphiinae
- Tiphiidae
- Hymenoptera