Khamul (wasp)

Khamul is a genus of chalcid wasps known containing four species in Central and South America. The body and head is black, while the legs and antennae are brown individuals measure 3.3 – in body length.

The name Khamûl is taken from a villain in J.R.R. Tolkien's novel The Lord of the Rings.

Species

 * Khamul erwini is known from Costa Rica, Colombia, Ecuador and Brazil
 * Khamul gothmogi is known from Ecuador and Peru
 * Khamul lanceolatus is known from Costa Rica, Mexico, and Peru
 * Khamul tolkeini is known from Ecuador and Peru.