Tetracneminae
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Aeptencyrtus
Aeptencyrtus is a genus of parasitic wasps in the family Encyrtidae, subfamily Tetracneminae. The genus was described by De Santis in 1964. Based on collection records from the UCR Encyrtidae holdings, at least one species, Aeptencyrtus bruchi, has been documented. The genus belongs to a large and economically important family of chalcid wasps, many of which are used in biological control programs.
Aeptencyrtus bruchi
Aeptencyrtus bruchi is a species of parasitoid wasp in the family Encyrtidae, subfamily Tetracneminae. It was originally described as Pheidoloxenus bruchi by De Santis in 1957 and later transferred to the genus Aeptencyrtus. The species is present in the Hawaiian Islands and is represented in major entomological collections including the University of California, Riverside Encyrtidae holdings.
Blepyrus
Blepyrus is a genus of parasitoid wasps in the family Encyrtidae, subfamily Tetracneminae. Species within this genus are known biological control agents that parasitize mealybugs (Pseudococcidae). The genus includes at least five described species: B. clavicornis, B. insularis, B. kirkpatricki, B. saccharicola, and B. schwarzi. These wasps have been studied for their potential in managing agricultural pests, particularly species attacking economically important mealybugs.
Dicarnosis
Dicarnosis is a genus of parasitoid wasps in the family Encyrtidae, subfamily Tetracneminae. The genus was erected by Mercet in 1921. Species within this genus are known from Mexico, Sweden, and Norway based on available records. The type species Dicarnosis superba was described from Spain. At least four species are currently recognized: D. ripariensis, D. superba, D. vicina, and additional undetermined species.
Ectromatopsis
Ectromatopsis is a genus of parasitoid wasps in the family Encyrtidae, subfamily Tetracneminae. The genus was established by Compere in 1947. Members of this genus are chalcid wasps, a group characterized by reduced wing venation and parasitoid lifestyles. The genus is represented in major entomological collections, including the University of California Riverside Encyrtidae collection, which holds voucher specimens of Ectromatopsis americanum (Howard).
Ericydnus
Ericydnus is a genus of parasitic wasps in the family Encyrtidae, subfamily Tetracneminae. The genus was established by Haliday in 1832 and includes species formerly placed in Grandoriella. Members are known from the Palearctic region, with records from Europe and China. Species in this genus are parasitoids, though specific host associations remain incompletely documented. The genus is represented in major entomological collections, including the UCR Encyrtidae holdings.
Mira mucora
Mira mucora is a species of parasitoid wasp in the family Encyrtidae, subfamily Tetracneminae. It was described by Schellenberg in 1803, making it one of the earlier described species in this family. The genus Mira is a small genus within the Encyrtidae, a family known for their role as parasitoids of scale insects and other homopteran pests. Specimens of this species are present in major entomological collections including the University of California, Riverside Encyrtidae holdings.
Rhopus
Rhopus is a genus of minute parasitoid wasps in the family Encyrtidae, subfamily Tetracneminae. The genus was established by Förster in 1856. Species within this genus are known to parasitize mealybugs (Pseudococcidae), with documented host associations including Tridiscus sporoboli and Trionymus species. The genus is represented in major entomological collections including the University of California Riverside Encyrtidae holdings, which contains multiple described species.
Tetracnemoidea
Tetracnemoidea is a genus of parasitoid wasps in the family Encyrtidae, subfamily Tetracneminae. Species in this genus are known primarily from association with scale insects (Hemiptera: Coccoidea). The genus was established by Howard in 1898. Specimens have been collected from Australia, Brazil, the Canary Islands, Madeira, and other regions.
Tetracnemus
Tetracnemus is a genus of parasitoid wasps in the family Encyrtidae, subfamily Tetracneminae. The genus was established by Westwood in 1837. Species in this genus are primarily known as parasitoids of scale insects (Coccoidea). The UCR Entomology Research Museum collection contains at least five species: T. americanus, T. bifasciatellus, T. heydeni, T. hofferi, and T. marilandia.