Cryptocephalus guttulatellus
Schaeffer, 1920
Spotted Tamaulipan Cryptocephalus
Cryptocephalus guttulatellus is a of case-bearing leaf beetle in the Chrysomelidae. It is found in North America. The species is part of a large of leaf beetles commonly known as case-bearers due to the habit of larvae constructing protective cases from their own fecal material and shed .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cryptocephalus guttulatellus: //ˌkrɪptoʊˈsɛfələs ˌɡʌtjuːləˈtɛləs//
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Distribution
North America. The has been recorded in the Tamaulipan region, as suggested by its "Spotted Tamaulipan Cryptocephalus."
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Taxonomic Note
The was described by Schaeffer in 1920. The specific epithet "guttulatellus" is a diminutive form suggesting small spots or markings, though detailed description of these markings is not available in the provided sources.
Data Availability
This appears to be poorly documented in publicly available literature. The 27 iNaturalist observations suggest it is encountered infrequently, which may reflect genuine rarity, limited survey effort, or restricted specificity.