Taxonomic studies on Dinarmus thomson (Hymenoptera: Chalcidoidea: Pteromalidae) of India and adjacent countries

Abstract

Six species of Pteromalidae under the genus Dinarmus Thomson from India and adjacent countries are dealt with Dinarmus maculatus (Masi) is redescribed based on the study of the lectotype deposited in MCSN. Diagnosis, biological data and distribution for all species are provided. A key to separate the Dinarmus species from India and adjacent countries is also provided.