Luperaltica semiflava

(Fall, 1907)

Luperaltica semiflava is a of flea beetle (Chrysomelidae) described by Fall in 1907. It is native to North America and belongs to the Luperaltica, a group of small leaf beetles characterized by enlarged hind adapted for jumping. The species is documented through limited observation records.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Luperaltica semiflava: /luː.pɛˈræl.tɪ.kə ˈsɛm.ɪˌfleɪ.və/

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Distribution

North America

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Taxonomic note

The Luperaltica was established by Jacoby in 1885. The epithet 'semiflava' (Latin: semi- 'half' + flavus 'yellow') likely refers to a yellowish coloration pattern, though this has not been formally documented in accessible literature.

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