Anopliomorpha rinconia
Linsley, 1942
Anopliomorpha rinconia is a small cerambycid beetle in the tribe Elaphidiini, recorded from the southwestern United States and Mexico. The has been documented from Arizona, where it was collected by sweeping low vegetation in canyon . It is one of several small, inconspicuous elaphidiine species that are often encountered in low numbers during general collecting.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Anopliomorpha rinconia: /ænəʊplaɪəˈmɔːrfə rɪnˈkoʊniə/
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Identification
Anopliomorpha rinconia is a small cerambycid, typical of the diverse but morphologically conservative Elaphidiini. Members of this are characterized by relatively unadorned, somewhat cylindrical bodies and that are usually shorter than the body. Identification to requires careful examination of antennal proportions, pronotal shape, and elytral ; A. rinconia is distinguished from by subtle differences in these features. Specimens are easily overlooked due to their small size and general resemblance to other small cerambycids.
Habitat
Recorded from riparian canyon environments in the Madrean Sky Islands region of southeastern Arizona, specifically in Sycamore Canyon in the Santa Cruz Mountains. The type of vegetation swept suggests association with low herbaceous growth and possibly riparian scrub.
Distribution
Documented from Arizona, United States and Mexico. The single detailed collection record places it in Sycamore Canyon, Santa Cruz Mountains, Arizona. GBIF records indicate presence in Middle America and North America broadly.
Seasonality
Collected in July in Arizona, during the summer monsoon season when conditions are warm and humid.
Behavior
Attracted to ultraviolet light sources during collecting. Has been collected by sweeping low vegetation during daylight hours.
Similar Taxa
- Aneflus spp.Small elaphidiine cerambycids with similar general appearance and preferences; both occur in Arizona canyon habitats and are collected by similar methods
- Other Anopliomorpha species share the -level characteristics of small size and relatively plain , requiring detailed examination for separation