Buprestis nutalli
Kirby, 1837
Nutall's Buprestid Beetle
Buprestis nutalli is a metallic wood-boring beetle in the Buprestidae. It is native to North America, with records from western Canada including Alberta and British Columbia. Like other members of the Buprestis, it exhibits the characteristic metallic coloration typical of jewel beetles. The is named after Thomas Nuttall, an early American naturalist.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Buprestis nutalli: //buːˈprɛstɪs ˈnʌtəli//
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Distribution
Recorded from western Canada, specifically Alberta and British Columbia. GBIF distribution records indicate presence in the Nearctic region.