Acmaeoderopsis paravaripilis
(Barr, 1972)
Acmaeoderopsis paravaripilis is a of metallic wood-boring beetle in the Buprestidae, first described by Barr in 1972. It belongs to a of small to medium-sized jewel beetles characterized by their metallic coloration. The species is documented from North America, with collection records indicating presence in the southwestern United States. Like other members of Buprestidae, are likely associated with woody vegetation and may be collected by beating branches or sweeping flowers.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Acmaeoderopsis paravaripilis: /ˌækmiˌoʊdɛˈrɒpsɪs ˌpærəˌværiˈpɪlɪs/
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Distribution
North America; specifically recorded from the southwestern United States including New Mexico and Texas. GBIF records indicate presence in the Nearctic region.
Host Associations
- Prosopis glandulosa - Collected fromSpecimens collected by beating mesquite trees in New Mexico and Texas
Similar Taxa
- Acmaeoderopsis prosopisSimilar and likely similar association with Prosopis; distinguished by subtle morphological differences in elytral and coloration patterns
- Acmaeodera mixtaSympatric and frequently collected from same and plants; Acmaeoderopsis paravaripilis is generally smaller with different elytral maculation
More Details
Collection notes
The has been collected in series from mesquite (Prosopis glandulosa) by beating, suggesting it may be more readily obtained by aerial netting of flying approaching trees rather than beating, as individuals tend to fly quickly upon disturbance.
Taxonomic history
Originally described by Barr in 1972, placing it in the Acmaeoderopsis, which was established to accommodate previously included in Acmaeodera but distinguished by particular combinations of morphological characters.