Allantinae
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Ametastegia articulata
Ametastegia articulata is a species of sawfly in the family Tenthredinidae, first described by Klug in 1818. It belongs to the subfamily Allantinae and is recorded from eastern Canada. Like other sawflies in this genus, it is likely associated with herbaceous vegetation, though specific host plant relationships remain poorly documented. The species is represented by very few observations, indicating either genuine rarity or undercollection.
Dimorphopteryx abnormis
Dimorphopteryx abnormis is a species of sawfly in the family Tenthredinidae, subfamily Allantinae. The genus Dimorphopteryx is characterized by unusual wing dimorphism, with both fully winged and short-winged forms occurring within species. This species was described by Rohwer in 1911 and is known from multiple Canadian provinces. Like other tenthredinid sawflies, it is likely herbivorous with larvae feeding on plant foliage, though specific host plant associations remain poorly documented. The genus is taxonomically notable for its distinctive wing polymorphism, which is reflected in its name (Greek: dimorphos = two forms, pteryx = wing).
Sciapterygini
Sciapterygini is a tribe of sawflies within the family Tenthredinidae, subfamily Allantinae. Members are characterized by distinctive wing venation patterns and are associated with specific host plants. The tribe includes the genus Sciapteryx, which is the primary representative. These sawflies are part of the diverse Hymenoptera fauna that play roles in plant-herbivore interactions.
Taxonus
Taxonus is a genus of sawflies in the family Tenthredinidae, subfamily Allantinae. It is recognized as the largest and most complicated genus within the Allantinae. The genus contains approximately 8 described species, with additional species described from Asia. Taxonus is placed in the tribe Allantini and forms the subtribe Taxonina, which is sister to the subtribe Allantina.