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Gasteruption sp. (Parasitic wasps)
Taxonomy
Taxonomy
Wasps in the genus Gasteruption are nest parasites of Hylaeus spp. bees. They were uncommon in Bee Atlas blocks.
Description
Description
Gasteruption are unique looking wasps. They are small, black wasps with a long abdomen that is narrow at the base and widens to a broad end with a visible ovipositor. The abdomen is inserted high above the base of the hind legs.
Gasteruption sp. female, Bee Atlas specimen (Photo courtesy of Thea Evans)
Nest Structure
Nest Structure
Gasteruption sp. emerged from was a Hylaeus verticalis nest.
Hole Sizes
Hole Sizes
No information at this time.
Voltinism
Voltinism
No information at this time.
Activity Period
Activity Period
No information at this time.
References
References
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