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Braconid Wasp cocoons (Cotesia congregata) <!--고치벌류의 고치-->
Subject: Braconid Wasp cocoons (Cotesia congregata)
Poster: Phoby (phoby@notmyphoto.com)
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Braconid Wasp cocoons (Cotesia congregata)


cotesia
Insecta (Hexapoda) > Hymenoptera > Braconidae
Cotesia congregata (Say)
Host: tobacco hornworm
Manduca sexta (Linnaeus)
Photographer: R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company Slide Set, R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company
Contact: J. Michael Moore, The University of Georgia
Descriptor: Cocoon(s)
Description: This important parasitic wasp is a major factor in limiting hornworm numbers and damage, particularly late in the season. The tiny black wasp lays eggs in hornworms. Parasitized hornworms may be recognized by their shortened stubby horns. When these worms are broken open, the tiny, white parasitic larvae can be seen. When they complete their development, the parasites spin white, egg-shaped cocoons on the hornworm’s back. Parasitized hornworms damage tobacco much less and usually remain on the plant for a shorter time than normal hornworms.
Image Citation:
R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company Slide Set, R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company, www.forestryimages.org
Image Use:
This image may be copied and used, in whole or in part, for any non-profit, educational purpose provided that all reproductions bear an appropriate credit. Any commercial or other use of the image requires the written permission of the photographer or contact organization, and Forestry Images.

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