Synonyms and other taxonomic changes
Charipidae and Eucoilidae have been sunk into Figitidae
(1)(2).
Numbers
5-6 families total (incl. monotypic Australian Austrocynipidae); >800 spp. in our area, ~2000 worldwide
(3)(1)Identification
Mostly small or minute insects with reduced venation. Most species are black and the abdomen is usually shiny and somewhat compressed. Filiform antennae; the pronotum extends back to the tegulae and the ovipositor issues from the anterior apex of the abdomen.
Larval morphology: see
(4)Remarks
Gall makers, gall inquilines or parasites.
Internet References
Cynipoidea In Catalan, with excellent photos