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Eurytomidae
The Eurytomidae are a family within the superfamily Chalcidoidea. Unlike most chalcidoids, the larvae of many are phytophagous (feeding in stems, seeds, or galls), while others are more typical parasitoids, though even then the hosts are usually found within plant tissues. Some species of eurytomids are unusual in the sense that they are parasitoids of spider eggs. Females of this group are idiobionts that probe through the thin silk of spider egg sacs and oviposit into individual spider eggs that are clustered within the sacs. They are found throughout the world in virtually all habitats, and a few are considered pests. They tend to be dull and not metallic, and heavily punctured, with very thick, collar-like pronota. Taxa , Eurytomid genera include: Buresiinae Lotfalizadeh et al., 2007 * '' Buresium'' * '' Macrorileya'' Eurytominae * '' Aiolomorphus'' * '' Aranedra'' * '' Austrodecatoma'' * '' Ausystole'' * '' Axanthosoma'' * '' Axanthosomella'' * ''Axima'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bruchophagus
''Bruchophagus'' is a genus of wasps belonging to the family Eurytomidae. The genus has cosmopolitan distribution. ''Bruchophagus'' is a genus of small wasps in the family Eurytomidae. These wasps are primarily seed predators, meaning their larvae develop inside seeds, feeding on them from within. Many species in this genus are agricultural pests because they infest the seeds of important crops like alfalfa, clover, and other legumes. Key Features * Size & Appearance: They are tiny, usually only a few millimeters long, with black or dark bodies and clear wings. * Life Cycle: The female lays eggs inside seeds, and the larvae hatch and feed on the seed material, eventually emerging as adult wasps. * Impact on Crops: Species like ''Bruchophagus roddi'' and ''Bruchophagus platyptera'' are known to damage legume seeds, reducing crop yields. * Control Measures: Farmers often use biological control methods, such as encouraging natural predators, and agricultural practices like crop ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
