Stenostrophia tribalteata sierrae
Linsley & Chemsak, 1976
Stenostrophia tribalteata sierrae is a of ( ) described by Linsley & Chemsak in 1976. It belongs to the Lepturinae, a group commonly known as flower longhorns for their frequent association with flowers. The subspecies is known from the Sierra Nevada region of California and Nevada, with specific records from Washoe County, Nevada. have been observed in spring and fall, suggesting or extended adult activity.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Stenostrophia tribalteata sierrae: /stɛˌnoʊˈstrɒfiə traɪˌbɔːlˈtiːətə siˈɛraɪ/
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Habitat
Associated with Chrysothamnus viscidiflorus (rabbitbrush) and related Asteraceae vegetation in the Great Basin region. have been found on flower of plants.
Distribution
Known from the Sierra Nevada region of California and Nevada, USA. Specifically recorded from the southeast side of Washoe Lake in Washoe County, Nevada. The epithet 'sierrae' refers to the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Seasonality
active in spring and fall, based on observations in the Washoe Lake area.
Host Associations
- Chrysothamnus viscidiflorus - associated with found on flower
- Ericameria nauseosa - possibly associatedRelated rabbitbrush present in but less frequently used
Similar Taxa
- Stenostrophia tribalteata tribalteataNominotypical ; likely distinguished by geographic distribution and possibly elytral maculation patterns, though specific differences require verification
- Other Lepturinae flower longhornsSimilar flower-visiting and preferences; distinguished by specific elytral patterns and geographic range