Glyptoscelimorpha juniperae
(Knull, 1940)
false jewel beetle
Species Guides
1Glyptoscelimorpha juniperae is a of false jewel beetle in the Schizopodidae, a small family of beetles closely related to jewel beetles (Buprestidae). The species was described by Knull in 1940. Two are recognized: G. j. juniperae and G. j. viridiceps. It is found in North America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Glyptoscelimorpha juniperae: /ɡlɪptoʊˌskɛlɪˈmɔrfə ˌdʒuːnɪˈpɛri/
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Distribution
Nearctic region; North America. Specific distribution details beyond continental North America are not documented in available sources.
Host Associations
- Juniper - inferred from specific epithetThe specific epithet 'juniperae' suggests an association with juniper (Juniperus), though this has not been confirmed in available literature
Similar Taxa
- Buprestidae (jewel beetles)Schizopodidae are closely related and superficially similar; distinguished by morphological features including structure and body form
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Subspecies
Two are recognized: Glyptoscelimorpha juniperae juniperae (Knull, 1940) and Glyptoscelimorpha juniperae viridiceps Nelson in Nelson & Bellamy, 1991