Pachybrachis petronius
Fall, 1915
A of in the , described by Fall in 1915. The species has been documented in the southwestern United States, specifically in Arizona, where it has been collected at light stations in mesquite/acacia scrub . Like other members of the Pachybrachis, it is likely associated with .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Pachybrachis petronius: //ˌpækɪˈbreɪkɪs pɛˈtroʊniəs//
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Habitat
Mesquite/acacia scrub; collected at light stations in oak/juniper woodland and mesquite-dominated in southeastern Arizona.
Distribution
Known from North America; documented in Arizona, USA based on collection records from the Sky Islands region of southeastern Arizona.
Seasonality
Active in late July; collected during summer field surveys in southeastern Arizona.
Behavior
Attracted to ultraviolet and mercury-vapor lights; activity recorded at light stations.
Similar Taxa
- Pachybrachis (other species)The Pachybrachis contains numerous small, similar-looking that require careful examination for identification; P. petronius was noted as one of two collected at a light station and sent to Bob Barney for identification.