Longitarsus pellucidus
(Foudras, 1859)
Longitarsus pellucidus is a flea beetle in the leaf beetle Chrysomelidae. The species has a transcontinental distribution spanning Europe, Northern Asia (excluding China), and North America. Like other members of the Longitarsus, it possesses enlarged hind adapted for jumping. Specific biological details remain poorly documented in available literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Longitarsus pellucidus: /lɔŋˈɡɪtarsus pɛlˈluːsɪdəs/
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Identification
As a member of Longitarsus, this can be recognized by the characteristic enlarged hind that enable jumping typical of flea beetles. Definitive identification to species level requires examination of subtle morphological features, including male genitalia and tarsal structure, and is not reliably achievable from general field observation alone.
Distribution
Europe; Northern Asia (excluding China); North America. GBIF records confirm presence in Belgium.
Similar Taxa
- Other Longitarsus speciesNumerous congeneric share the jumping hind leg and general body plan; accurate differentiation requires examination of minute structural details.
More Details
Taxonomic authority discrepancy
Sources report conflicting authority dates: Foudras, 1859 (GBIF) versus Foudras, 1860 (NCBI). This reflects common inconsistencies in historical publication date recording for 19th-century taxonomic works.