Susuacanga ulkei
(Bland, 1862)
Susuacanga ulkei is a of longhorn beetle in the Cerambycidae, Cerambycinae, and tribe Eburiini. It was described by Bland in 1862. The Susuacanga was formerly treated as a synonym of Eburodacrys but has been reinstated as valid in recent taxonomic revisions. Species in this genus are associated with woody vegetation in North American .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Susuacanga ulkei: /suː.sʊˈa.kæŋ.ɡə ˈʊl.keɪ/
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Identification
Members of Susuacanga can be distinguished from related by genitalic and other morphological features that support the reinstated generic status separate from Eburodacrys. S. ulkei specifically requires examination of or detailed original description for definitive identification characteristics.
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Habitat
Associated with woody vegetation including oaks and other hardwood trees. Specific microhabitat preferences for S. ulkei are not well documented in available sources.
Distribution
Recorded from Mexico (MX) and the United States (US) based on GBIF distribution records. Specific states or regions within these countries are not detailed in available sources.
Similar Taxa
- EburodacrysFormerly treated as congeneric; Susuacanga was reinstated as a valid separate from Eburodacrys based on morphological and phylogenetic studies
- Other Eburiini generaShares tribe-level characteristics including elongated body form and of moderate length relative to body
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Taxonomic History
The Susuacanga was historically synonymized with Eburodacrys but has been reinstated as a valid genus in recent taxonomic treatments of the Cerambycidae. The specific epithet 'ulkei' honors a collector or naturalist, though the exact etymology is not documented in available sources.