Agrilus cavatus
Chevrolat, 1838
Agrilus cavatus is a metallic wood-boring beetle in the Buprestidae. The is documented from Canyon in the Huachuca Mountains of Arizona, where it has been collected by sweeping low-growing prairie acacia (Acaciella angustissima). It is known to occur in Central America, North America, and South America.
Pronunciation
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Identification
Agrilus cavatus can be distinguished from similar Agrilus by its association with prairie acacia (Acaciella angustissima) in the Huachuca Mountains region. The species is described as "charismatic" in field accounts, suggesting distinctive coloration or patterning typical of the .
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Habitat
Collected in canyon environments with low-growing prairie acacia (Acaciella angustissima), specifically in areas with dead stems protruding from vegetation.
Distribution
Central America, North America, and South America. Specifically documented from Canyon, Huachuca Mountains, Arizona, USA.
Host Associations
- Acaciella angustissima - plantCollected by sweeping low-growing plants; found in area with dead stems protruding
Behavior
Has been observed on low-growing vegetation in canyon environments.
Similar Taxa
- Agrilus arizonicusSympatric in Arizona; distinguished by association with Desmodium rather than Acaciella angustissima
- Agrilus elenoraeCollected in same region (Huachuca Mountains) but associated with Mimosa dysocarpa rather than Acaciella angustissima
- Agrilus latifronsFound in same sweeping in low vegetation but not specifically tied to Acaciella