Agrilus baboquivariae
Fisher, 1928
Agrilus baboquivariae is a of metallic wood-boring in the . Described by Fisher in 1928, this species belongs to the hyperdiverse Agrilus, which contains nearly 4,000 described species and is considered one of the largest genera in the animal . The species is known to occur in Central America and North America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Agrilus baboquivariae: /əˈɡraɪləs bæbəˌkwɪˈvɛriˌeɪ/
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Distribution
Central America and North America. Distribution records indicate presence in Middle America and North America, with the specific epithet 'baboquivariae' suggesting an association with the Baboquivari Mountains or region in Arizona/southern United States.
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Taxonomic note
The specific epithet 'baboquivariae' is derived from the Baboquivari region, likely referring to the Baboquivari Mountains in southern Arizona, suggesting the locality or a significant collection site for this .
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- Catalogue of Life
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