Strabala acuminata

Blake, 1953

Strabala acuminata is a of flea beetle in the Chrysomelidae, first described by Blake in 1953. The species occurs in North America. Two are recognized: S. a. acuminata and S. a. costaricensis. As a flea beetle, it belongs to a group characterized by enlarged hind adapted for jumping.

Strabala acuminata costaricensis by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Strabala acuminata costaricensis by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Strabala acuminata costaricensis by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Strabala acuminata: /ˈstræbələ əˌkjuˈmaɪneɪtə/

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Distribution

North America. The S. a. costaricensis extends the range to Rica.

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Subspecies

Two are recognized: Strabala acuminata acuminata Blake, 1953 and Strabala acuminata costaricensis Blake.

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