Alloxysta

Alloxysta

Alternative names
Small (1-2mm) shiny wasps. ~70 UK species
Identification difficulty
Recording advice

Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required and the specimen should be examined with a microscope. In the comments box, state the key or ID method used and identifying characters.

Life History

Hyperparasitoids of aphids and psyllids, laying eggs inside hosts where the primary parasitoid is maturing. 

UK Status

Widespread.

VC55 Status

Unknown.

Leicestershire & Rutland Map

MAP KEY:

Yellow squares = NBN records (all known data)
Coloured squares = NatureSpot records: 2025+ | 2020-2024 | pre-2020

UK Map

Additional images

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All NatureSpot records