Elampus
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Elampus nitidus
Elampus nitidus is a species of cuckoo wasp in the family Chrysididae, a group of parasitoid wasps known for their metallic coloration and kleptoparasitic lifestyle. The species belongs to the genus Elampus, which contains approximately 18 species distributed across North America. Members of this genus are known to parasitize the nests of other solitary wasps, particularly those in the family Crabronidae.