Orwellion
Skiles, 1985
Species Guides
2Orwellion is a of longhorn beetles in the Cerambycidae, established by Skiles in 1985. The genus belongs to the tribe Elaphidiini within the Cerambycinae. It contains four described distributed in western North America. The genus name is derived from George Orwell, the English author.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Orwellion: /ɔːrˈwɛliən/
These audio files are automatically generated. While they are not always 100% accurate, they are a good starting point.
Distribution
Western North America. Specific distributions: Orwellion fasciatum and Orwellion lineatum are known from Arizona; Orwellion gibbulum ranges from Mexico to Central America; Orwellion occidentalis occurs in California and Baja California.
Human Relevance
The name honors George Orwell, author of "Nineteen Eighty-Four" and "Animal Farm", making it an example of scientific commemorating literary figures.
More Details
Etymology
The name Orwellion was chosen by Skiles (1985) in reference to George Orwell (1903–1950), the English novelist and essayist.
Species List
Orwellion fasciatum Skiles, 1985; Orwellion gibbulum (Bates, 1880); Orwellion lineatum Skiles, 1985; Orwellion occidentalis (Giesbert & Hovore, 1976)