Lochmaeocles marmoratus

Casey, 1913

Southwestern Marbled Longhorn

Lochmaeocles marmoratus is a longhorn ( ) described by Casey in 1913. It occurs in the southwestern United States and Mexico. As a member of the tribe Onciderini, it is likely associated with woody plants, though specific details for this remain limited. The species epithet 'marmoratus' refers to a marbled appearance.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Lochmaeocles marmoratus: /lɒkˈmiːəʊkliz ˌmɑrmɔˈreɪtəs/

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Distribution

Known from the southwestern United States and Mexico. Specific state records are not well documented in available sources.

Similar Taxa

  • Lochmaeocles cornuticepsAnother Onciderini in the same found in south Texas; L. marmoratus can be distinguished by its marbled coloration pattern.

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