Opacinota bisignata
(Boheman, 1855)
Opacinota bisignata is a of tortoise beetle in the Chrysomelidae, first described by Boheman in 1855. It belongs to the Cassidinae, a group characterized by a shield-like body form and the ability to retract appendages beneath the body. The species is known from North America, though detailed biological information remains limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Opacinota bisignata: /ˌoʊpəsɪˈnoʊtə ˌbaɪsɪɡˈneɪtə/
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Distribution
North America
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Taxonomic Notes
The Opacinota is placed in the tribe Cassidini within the Cassidinae. The specific epithet 'bisignata' refers to two markings, suggesting the may bear paired patterns, though this has not been verified from specimen descriptions.