Tylosis maculatus
LeConte, 1850
Spotted Tylosis
Tylosis maculatus is a of longhorn in the , described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1850. It belongs to the tribe Trachyderini, a group known for often striking coloration patterns. The species is recognized by its spotted pattern, as indicated by its specific epithet 'maculatus'. It occurs in North and Middle America, with records from the United States and Mexico.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Tylosis maculatus: /tɪˈloʊsɪs ˌmækjʊˈleɪtəs/
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Distribution
North America and Middle America. Present in the United States (US) and Mexico (MX) according to GBIF distribution records.
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Taxonomic history
Described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1850. The Tylosis belongs to the Cerambycinae and tribe Trachyderini.
Recognition
Mentioned in literature as a candidate for 'most beautiful ' lists due to its coloration, alongside such as Plinthocoelium suaveolens, Crossidius coralinus, Crioprosopus magnificus, Plectrodera scalator, Callona rimosa, and Tragidion species.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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