Trachys troglodytiformis

Obenberger, 1918

Trachys troglodytiformis is a small metallic wood-boring beetle in the Buprestidae, tribe Trachyini. It is native to Europe and has been introduced to Northern Asia (excluding China) and North America. Larvae are leaf miners of plants in the family Malvaceae. The was described by Obenberger in 1918.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Trachys troglodytiformis: /ˈtræ.kɪs troʊˌɡlɒdɪˈtɪ.fɔːr.mɪs/

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Distribution

Native to Europe; introduced and established in Northern Asia (excluding China) and North America.

Diet

Larvae mine leaves of Malvaceae.

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