Hypalastoroides mexicanus
(de Saussure, 1871)
Hypalastoroides mexicanus is a of potter wasp in the Eumeninae (Vespidae), first described by de Saussure in 1871. The Hypalastoroides belongs to the mason wasp group, characterized by solitary nesting and the construction of mud or clay for rearing. This species is native to Mexico and represents one of the documented members of this predominantly Neotropical genus.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hypalastoroides mexicanus: /ˌhaɪ.pə.læsˈtɔɹ.oʊ.aɪˌdiːz ˌmɛk.sɪˈkeɪ.nəs/
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Distribution
Mexico. The specific epithet and original description indicate Mexican origin. The Hypalastoroides has its center of diversity in the Neotropical region.
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Taxonomic History
Originally described as Odynerus mexicanus by de Saussure in 1871. Later transferred to the Hypalastoroides, which was established to accommodate certain Neotropical eumenine with distinctive morphological characteristics related to clypeal structure and petiole form.
Collection Records
Specimens of Hypalastoroides mexicanus have been documented in museum collections, including holdings at the University of California Riverside (UCR) Entomology Research Museum.