DIVERSIDADE DE HIMENÓPTEROS PARASITOIDES NO CERRADO: UMA ANÁLISE CIENCIOMÉTRICA

Abstract

The Cerrado, as the second largest biome in Brazil, is home to a significant diversity of Hymenoptera. These insects are known for their membranous wings, they perform crucial functions in different environments in the Cerrado. Despite the conservation challenges faced by the biome, the presence of these insects contributes to the biological complexity of the region. The focus of this study was to analyze the diversity of Hymenoptera parasitoids in the Cerrado, carrying out a bibliographic survey in the Web of Science database. After the initial search and filtering, 31 articles were retained, and it was possible to observe an increase in the annual publication trend per year. The groups with the highest number of studies were Chalcidoidea and Ichneumonoidea and we found a notable number of papers involving the families Eulophidae and Eurytomidae. The most prolific author was Leite, GLD, Minas Gerais was the most comprehensive state, and the main institutional affiliation was the Federal University of São Carlos (São Paulo). The most frequently found keywords reflected the importance of parasitoids in interactions with phytophagous insects (primarily gall-inducers) and the host plants of these insects. Given the limited number of publications on this subject, this knowledge gap stands out, emphasizing the need for further research to comprehend biodiversity and enhance conservation strategies in this unique ecosystem.