Tetraopes femoratus
- Pronunciation
- /TET-ra-opes FEM-or-AH-tus/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Tetraopes femoratus
- Plural
- Tetraopes femoratus
Definition
A species of longhorn beetle known for its bright red coloration and association with milkweed plants.
Etymology
From Greek 'tetra' meaning 'four' and 'opos' meaning 'eye', referring to the four-eyed appearance due to its antennal bases; 'femoratus' refers to the femur.
Example
Tetraopes femoratus is often found on milkweed plants, where it completes its life cycle.