Buprestis adjecta

(LeConte, 1854)

Buprestis adjecta is a metallic wood-boring beetle in the Buprestidae. It is native to North America and has been recorded from western Canada, specifically Alberta and British Columbia. As a member of the Buprestis, it shares the characteristic brilliant metallic coloration typical of jewel beetles. The was originally described as Ancylochira adjecta by LeConte in 1854.

Metallic Wood-boring Beetle - Buprestis adjecta, Packer Lake, California by Judy Gallagher. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.

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How to pronounce Buprestis adjecta: /buːˈprɛstɪs æbˈdʒɛktə/

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Distribution

Recorded from western North America, specifically the Canadian provinces of Alberta and British Columbia. GBIF distribution records confirm presence in these regions.

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Taxonomic history

Originally described as Ancylochira adjecta LeConte, 1854, this was later transferred to the Buprestis.

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