Synopeas
Small black wasps 1-2mm in length. There are over 20 UK species, very difficult to differentiate.
Unless identified by a recognised expert, photos are required showing the key features. If keyed describe how it was identified and the key used.
Primarily parasitoids of gall midges (Cecidomyiidae).
Unknown.
Unknown.
AJ Cann
Launde Park Wood
18 April 2026
AJ Cann
Launde Park Wood
18 April 2026
AJ Cann
Launde Park Wood
18 April 2026
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Species profile
- Species group:
- insect - hymenopteran
- Kingdom:
- Animalia
- Order:
- Hymenoptera
- Family:
- Platygastridae
- Records on NatureSpot:
- 1
- First record:
- 18/04/2026 (Cann, Alan)
- Last record:
- 18/04/2026 (Cann, Alan)
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