Pachybrachis sonorensis
Jacoby, 1889
Finely-punctate Sonoran Pachy
Pachybrachis sonorensis is a of case-bearing leaf beetle in the Chrysomelidae, described by Jacoby in 1889. It is native to North America, with records from the southwestern United States and adjacent regions. The species belongs to a large of small leaf beetles characterized by their rounded, convex body form and enlarged hind .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Pachybrachis sonorensis: //ˌpækiˈbrækɪs ˌsoʊnəˈrɛnsɪs//
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Distribution
North America, including the southwestern United States and Sonoran region. Specific locality records include Arizona and adjacent areas.
Similar Taxa
- Pachybrachis speciesMembers of this share the characteristic rounded, convex body shape, enlarged hind , and case-bearing habit. P. sonorensis may be distinguished by specific punctation patterns and coloration, though detailed diagnostic features require examination of type material or literature.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
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