Cryptocephalus alternans

Suffrian, 1852

Cryptocephalus alternans is a of case-bearing leaf beetle in the Chrysomelidae. It occurs in southwestern North America, including California, Arizona, and Mexico. Two are recognized: C. a. alternans and C. a. jungovittatus, with the latter measuring 4.7–5.0 mm in length.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Cryptocephalus alternans: /ˌkrɪptoʊˈsɛfələs ˈæltərˌnænz/

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Distribution

Southwestern United States (California, Arizona) and Mexico (Middle America).

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