Two new species of the genus Monoctonus Haliday, 1833 from the subtribe Monoctonina (Hymenoptera: Braconidae: Aphidiinae) from mountains of China

Key Points

• Two new species of Monoctonus have been described, enhancing biodiversity knowledge.
• The species M. genriki and M. sichuanicus were discovered at altitudes over 4000 m.
• These findings contribute to the understanding of Hymenoptera and their role in ecosystems.
• The study supports conservation efforts by highlighting species diversity in mountainous regions.