Prasinalia cuneata
(Horn, 1868)
Prasinalia cuneata is a metallic wood-boring beetle in the Buprestidae, first described by Horn in 1868. The occurs in both Central America and North America. Like other buprestids, are characterized by their metallic coloration and elongated body form. The Prasinalia is part of the diverse jewel beetle radiation, though specific ecological details for this species remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Prasinalia cuneata: /ˌpraː.sɪˈnaːl.i.a kuːˈneːˈa.ta/
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Identification
Distinguished from other Prasinalia by specific elytral and pronotal characteristics described in original species by Horn (1868). Generic placement in Prasinalia is supported by morphological features of the . Specific distinguishing features from require examination of and original description.
Distribution
Central America and North America. GBIF records indicate presence in the Nearctic and Neotropical regions, with confirmed occurrences in Middle America and North America.
More Details
Taxonomic History
First described by George Henry Horn in 1868. The has remained in the Prasinalia in subsequent classifications, with no recorded transfers to other genera.
Data Availability
Only 11 observations recorded in iNaturalist as of data retrieval. The appears to be rarely encountered or underreported in field studies, with no dedicated ecological studies identified in available sources.