Elaphidion tectum
LeConte, 1878
Elaphidion tectum is a of longhorned beetle in the Cerambycidae, described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1878. It belongs to the tribe Elaphidiini, a diverse group of North American cerambycids. The Elaphidion contains numerous species that are typically associated with dead or dying hardwoods. Records indicate this species is present in North America, specifically the United States.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Elaphidion tectum: //ˌɛləˈfɪdi.ən ˈtɛk.tʊm//
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Distribution
North America; United States. GBIF records indicate presence in the US, though specific state-level distribution details are not documented in available sources.
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Taxonomic placement
Elaphidion tectum is classified in the tribe Elaphidiini, one of the most -rich tribes within Cerambycinae. The Elaphidion is characterized by species with relatively slender bodies and that are typically shorter than the body in females and approximately equal to body length in males.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- Catalogue of Life
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