The genus Arhaconotus Belokobylskij (Hymenoptera, Braconidae, Doryctinae) from China, with description of a new species
2010
New Species of Arhaconotus from China
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Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Pu Tang, Jun-Hua He, Xue-Xin Chen
Primary Institution: State Key Laboratory of Rice Biology, Institute of Insect Science, College of Agriculture and Biotechnology, Zhejiang University
Hypothesis
The study aims to describe a new species of the genus Arhaconotus from China.
Conclusion
A new species, Arhaconotus hainanensis, has been identified and described as the first record of this genus from China.
Supporting Evidence
- The new species, Arhaconotus hainanensis, is described and illustrated.
- This is the first record of the genus Arhaconotus from China.
- An updated key to the species of this genus is provided.
Takeaway
Scientists found a new bug in China that belongs to a group of wasps called Arhaconotus.
Methodology
Descriptions and measurements were made using a microscope and digital camera, with type specimens deposited at Zhejiang University.
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