Acmaeodera deviata
Barr, 1972
A small jewel beetle in the Acmaeodera, described by Barr in 1972. The belongs to the diverse and taxonomically challenging Acmaeodera genus, which contains over 150 species in North America. Like many , it is likely associated with flowers as an , though specific biological details remain poorly documented. The genus is in need of revision, with many species difficult to identify without reference to determined specimens.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Acmaeodera deviata: //əkˈmiːəˌdɛrə dɛˈvaɪətə//
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Distribution
Nearctic region; recorded from Middle America and North America. Specific locality details are sparse in available sources.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
- An uncommon fall-active Acmaeodera | Beetles In The Bush
- Acmaeodera carlota in northern Arizona | Beetles In The Bush
- Introducing Acmaeodera chuckbellamyi | Beetles In The Bush
- A flower visiting jewel beetle that is not an Acmaeodera | Beetles In The Bush
- Springtime Acmaeodera | Beetles In The Bush
- Winter Botany Quiz #6 – answers and a checklist | Beetles In The Bush