Lecture 8: Order Hymenoptera

Question 1

What is Hamulate wing coupling

Answer 1

One wing has a set of hooks which fit into the vein on the other wing. The second wing is usually smaller and fits with the other wing appearing to be one

Question 2

What are the two suborders of Hymenoptera

Answer 2

Symphata and Apocrita

Question 3

Give the characteristics of Order Symphata

Answer 3

No abdominal constriction/waist 
Base of the thorax broadly joined to the abdomen 
Plant feeders 
Larvae develop in plant material 
Oviposit in wood 
"Saw like" ovipositor

Question 4

Give the characteristics of Apocrita

Answer 4

Have two divisions based on lifestyle
- Parasitica

• Acuelata
  
  • Modified ovipositor for stinging