Ptilodactyla angustata
Horn, 1880
toe-winged beetle
Ptilodactyla angustata is a of toe-winged beetle in the Ptilodactylidae. It was described by Horn in 1880. The species is known from North America. Like other members of its family, it possesses distinctive modified hind that resemble small claws or 'toes', a characteristic feature of Ptilodactylidae.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Ptilodactyla angustata: /ˌtaɪloʊˈdæktɪlə æŋˈɡʌsteɪtə/
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Distribution
North America
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Taxonomic Note
The Ptilodactylidae is a small group of beetles characterized by their distinctive tarsal modifications. The specific epithet 'angustata' (Latin for 'narrowed') likely refers to some aspect of the ' , though the original description by Horn (1880) would be needed to confirm the precise meaning.