Prasocuris vittata
(Olivier, 1807)
Banded Leaf Beetle
Prasocuris vittata is a of leaf beetle in the Chrysomelidae, commonly known as the Banded Leaf Beetle. It is found in North America, with distribution records from Canada (Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba) and the United States. The species belongs to a of aquatic or semi-aquatic leaf beetles, though specific ecological details for this species remain limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Prasocuris vittata: //ˌpræsəˈkjʊərɪs vɪˈteɪtə//
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Distribution
North America, including Canadian provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, and Manitoba; distribution extends throughout the continent.
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Taxonomic Note
Prasocuris is a of leaf beetles in the Chrysomelinae. Members of this genus are typically associated with aquatic or semi-aquatic , often feeding on plants in the Ranunculaceae. However, specific associations for P. vittata have not been definitively documented.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
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