Tetragonoderus intersectus
(Germar, 1824)
Tetragonoderus intersectus is a in the , first described by Ernst Friedrich Germar in 1824. The is recorded from North America, with confirmed observations in the United States. It is known to feed on vegetable leaves including cabbage and beet. As a member of the tribe Lebiini, it belongs to a diverse group of small to -sized often associated with vegetation.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Tetragonoderus intersectus: /tɛˌtræɡəˈnɒdərəs ɪntərˈsɛktəs/
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Distribution
Recorded from North America, with confirmed presence in the United States. Distribution records indicate occurrence in the USA, though specific state-level data are not detailed in available sources.
Diet
Feeds on various vegetable leaves including cabbage and beet.
Human Relevance
May be encountered in agricultural or garden settings where its plants (cabbage, beet) are cultivated. The ' feeding on vegetable leaves suggests potential minor relevance as a -feeding in horticultural contexts.
More Details
Taxonomic History
Originally described as Bembidion intersectum by Germar in 1824, later transferred to the Tetragonoderus. The authority is sometimes cited as Germar, 1823 in some databases, though 1824 is the accepted date.
Observation Data
iNaturalist records 286 observations of this , indicating it is moderately well-documented by citizen scientists, though detailed biological studies appear limited in the literature.