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Signiphora

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Signiphora
Signiphora flavella
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Hymenoptera
Family: Signiphoridae
Genus: Signiphora
Ashmead, 1900
Synonyms
  • Kerrichiella Rozanov, 1965
  • Rozanoviella Subba Rao, 1974
  • Signiphorella Mercet, 1916

Signiphora is a genus of parasitic wasps under the family Signiphoridae. Their hosts include aphids, psyllids, mealybugs, scale insects, and flies.[1] It is primarily found in coastal regions, including the western and eastern coasts of the United States, and the coasts of Chile, Australia, New Zealand, Madagascar, and South Africa.

Species

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This genus contains the following species:[2]

References

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  1. ^ van Noort, Simon. "Signiphora Ashmead". WaspWeb. Iziko Museums of South Africa. Retrieved 1 June 2025.
  2. ^ "Signiphora". Global Biodiversity Information Facility. Retrieved 1 June 2025.