Cyphonotida rostrata borealis

Linsley & Chemsak, 1976

Cyphonotida rostrata borealis is a of longhorn beetle (Cerambycidae) described by Linsley & Chemsak in 1976. It belongs to the Lepturinae, a group commonly known as flower longhorns. The subspecies is distinguished from the nominate form by its more northerly distribution. Records indicate presence in Bolivia, Brazil, and Colombia, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented in accessible literature.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Cyphonotida rostrata borealis: /sɪfəˈnɒtɪdə rɒˈstrɑːtə bɔːriˈælɪs/

These audio files are automatically generated. While they are not always 100% accurate, they are a good starting point.

Distribution

Recorded from Bolivia, Brazil, and Colombia based on GBIF distribution records. The subspecific epithet 'borealis' suggests a more northerly range within the ' overall distribution, though precise geographic boundaries relative to the nominate C. r. rostrata are not clearly delineated in available sources.

More Details

Taxonomic note

The Cyphonotida was established by Casey in 1913. The C. rostrata was originally described by Bates in 1872. The C. r. borealis was separated by Linsley & Chemsak in 1976, though the specific diagnostic characters distinguishing it from the nominate subspecies are not readily available in the provided source material.

Data limitations

The provided source material contains extensive information on grasshoppers (Melanoplus borealis, Aeropedellus, etc.), a praying mantis (Brunneria borealis), and a parasitic fly (Apocephalus borealis), but contains no substantive biological information specific to the Cyphonotida rostrata borealis beyond its name, authorship, and basic taxonomic placement.