Altica ambiens

J.L. LeConte, 1859

Alder Flea Beetle

Altica ambiens, commonly known as the alder flea beetle, is a of flea beetle in the Chrysomelidae. It is found in North America. The species was described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1859. Two are recognized: Altica ambiens alni and the nominate Altica ambiens ambiens.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Altica ambiens: /ˈæltɪkə ˈæmbiˌɛnz/

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Distribution

North America. Distribution records include Vermont, United States.

Host Associations

Alnus - associated with 'alder flea beetle' suggests association with alder (Alnus), though specific records are not documented in available sources.

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Subspecies

Two are recognized: Altica ambiens alni Harris in Scudder, 1869 and Altica ambiens ambiens J.L. LeConte, 1859.

Taxonomic status note

GBIF lists the taxonomic status as 'DOUBTFUL', indicating some uncertainty in current classification.