Xanthonia texana
Riley, Weisman & Quinn, 2019
Xanthonia texana is a of leaf beetle in the Chrysomelidae, Eumolpinae. It was described in 2019 from Texas, representing a relatively recent addition to the Xanthonia. The genus comprises small leaf beetles, many of which are associated with specific plants. As a recently described species, detailed natural history information remains limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Xanthonia texana: //zænˈθoʊniə tɛkˈsænə//
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Identification
Distinguished from other Xanthonia by male genitalia and subtle external characters as detailed in the original description. Members of Xanthonia are small leaf beetles, typically 3-5 mm in length, with rounded-oval bodies and often yellowish or brownish coloration with variable maculation.
Distribution
Known from Texas, USA. The specific epithet reflects the state of type locality.