The subfamily Cheloninae (Hymenoptera, Braconidae) from Egypt, with the description of two new species
2011
New Wasp Species from Egypt
Sample size: 16
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Yusuf Abd-Elaziz Edmardash, Mahmoud Saleh Abdel-Dayem, Neveen Samy Gadallah
Primary Institution: Cairo University
Conclusion
The study identified 16 species of chelonine wasps in Egypt, including five species new to the Egyptian fauna and two new species to science.
Supporting Evidence
- Five species are recorded for the first time in Egypt.
- Two species are new for science.
- A key to the chelonine species from Egypt is provided.
Takeaway
Scientists found new types of wasps in Egypt, some of which have never been seen before.
Methodology
Regular surveys of chelonine wasps were conducted from 2008 to 2010 using net sweeping and light trapping.
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