Tetrastichus
Tetrastichus sp. (Tiny parasitic wasps)
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Taxonomy
Taxonomy
The genus Tetrastichus are tiny parasitic wasps in the family Eulophidae. We did not identify our specimens to species.
Description
Description
Tetrastichus are tiny black wasps that look like the more common Melittobia, often emerging in groups from a parasitized nest. They can be distinguished from Melittobia by several microscopic characteristics.
Nest Structure
Nest Structure
Tetrastichus parasitized wasps in the family Pompillidae (spider wasps) in Bee Atlas blocks.
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
Thank you to John Luhmen for help identifying parasitic wasps
