Eunota praetextata pallidofemora
(Acciavatti, 1981)
Virgin River Tiger Beetle
Eunota praetextata pallidofemora is a of tiger in the Carabidae ( Cicindelinae), described by Acciavatti in 1981. It is known from the Virgin River region of the southwestern United States. As a member of the Eunota, it belongs to a group of tiger beetles specialized for saline and alkaline . The subspecies epithet 'pallidofemora' refers to pale , suggesting a distinguishing leg coloration.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Eunota praetextata pallidofemora: /juːˈnoʊtə praɪˌtɛksˈtɑːtə pəˌlɪdoʊfɛˈmɔːrə/
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Distribution
Southwestern United States, specifically associated with the Virgin River region. GBIF records indicate occurrence in the USA.