Ophion wasps
Scientific name: Ophion
Ophion wasps
Scientific name: Ophion
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Description
The genus Ophion comprises a group of wasps that offer a fascinating example of parasitism in the insect world. These creatures are ichneumonids, specializing in laying their eggs inside the bodies of caterpillars. What sets them apart is their deceptive nature; despite their ominous role in the ecosystem, their appearance is disarmingly slender and delicate. This remarkable adaptability and mimicry serve a strategic purpose, allowing Ophion to approach their host unnoticed, thereby ensuring their offspring's survival in a seemingly merciless yet balanced ecological niche.
Species of Ophion wasps
Scientific Classification
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