Anomoea nitidicollis
Schaeffer, 1920
case-bearing leaf beetle
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2Anomoea nitidicollis is a of case-bearing in the Chrysomelidae, first described by Schaeffer in 1920. The species is distributed across Central America and North America. Two are recognized: A. n. nitidicollis (the nominate subspecies) and A. n. crassicornis, described by Schaeffer in 1933.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Anomoea nitidicollis: /ænəˈmiːə nɪtɪdɪˈkɔlɪs/
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Identification
As a member of the Anomoea, this can be recognized by the characteristic case-bearing of its larvae, which construct protective cases from fecal material and shed skins. of the genus typically exhibit a compact, rounded body form typical of many chrysomelid beetles. Specific distinguishing features from are not documented in available sources.
Distribution
Central America and North America. GBIF records confirm presence in both Middle America and North America.
Similar Taxa
- Anomoea laticlaviaAnother North American in the same , potentially overlapping in distribution and
- Other Chrysomelidae with case-bearing larvaeLarval case-bearing is shared with some other chrysomelid , requiring morphological examination for definitive identification
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Subspecies
Two are recognized: Anomoea nitidicollis nitidicollis Schaeffer, 1920 (nominate subspecies) and Anomoea nitidicollis crassicornis Schaeffer, 1933. The distinction between these subspecies is based on antennal , with crassicornis having notably thicker .