First host record for the spider wasp Cryptocheilus severini Banks (Hymenoptera: Pompilidae: Pepsinae)

Authors

  • Frank E. Kurczewski
  • Rick C. West
  • James P. Pitts
  • Cecilia Waichert

Keywords:

Lycosidae, Mexico, new host record

Abstract

The first host record for the North American spider wasp Cryptocheilus severini Banks (Hymenoptera: Pompilidae: Pepsinae) from Mazatlán, Sinaloa, México is introduced with pertinent observation information. The genus Cryptocheilus Panzer in North America is briefly described, its nesting habitat and prey transport outlined, and host specificity detailed.

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2022-06-06

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