Cymindis rufostigma

Hunting, 2013

Cymindis rufostigma is a described by Hunting in 2013. It is currently recognized as a synonym of Pinacodera rufostigma (Hunting, 2013). The species belongs to the Lebiinae, a group of small to -sized predatory . Records indicate occurrence in the United States.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Cymindis rufostigma: //saɪˈmɪndɪs ˌruːfoʊˈstɪɡmə//

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Distribution

United States

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Taxonomic Status

This name is a synonym of Pinacodera rufostigma (Hunting, 2013). The Cymindis and Pinacodera are closely related members of the subtribe Cymindidina, and have been transferred between these genera based on phylogenetic revisions.

Nomenclatural History

Originally described as Cymindis rufostigma by Hunting in 2013, this was subsequently placed in the Pinacodera. The specific epithet 'rufostigma' refers to a reddish () marking or spot (), likely describing a distinctive color pattern on the or .

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