Aneflus protensus
(LeConte, 1858)
Aneflus protensus is a of longhorn ( ) in the tribe Elaphidiini. It was described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1858. The species is known from southwestern North America, with records from Arizona and Mexico. Like other members of the Aneflus, it is associated with and has been collected on Baccharis sarothroides.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Aneflus protensus: /ˈæn.ə.fləs proʊˈtɛn.səs/
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Habitat
Has been observed in desert thorn-scrub and canyon environments. One individual was noted resting on foliage of Baccharis sarothroides (desert broom), a shrub common in southwestern desert washes and riparian areas.
Distribution
Recorded from southwestern United States (Arizona) and Mexico. Distribution records indicate presence in Middle America and North America.
Host Associations
- Baccharis sarothroides - occurrenceObserved resting on foliage
More Details
Taxonomic note
The Aneflus belongs to the tribe Elaphidiini, a diverse group of cerambycine longhorn often characterized by their association with and relatively small to body size.
Collection note
In field observations from Arizona, Aneflus protensus was noted as 'two Aneflus spp.' without -level determination, suggesting that definitive identification in the field may require close examination or specimen collection.