Syphrea nana

(Crotch, 1873)

Syphrea nana is a of flea beetle in the Chrysomelidae, first described by Crotch in 1873. It belongs to the Syphrea, a group of small leaf beetles characterized by their jumping ability. The species is documented from North America, though specific ecological details remain poorly recorded in scientific literature.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Syphrea nana: /sɪˈfrɛə ˈneɪnə/

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Distribution

North America. Distribution records indicate presence across the continent, though precise range boundaries are not well documented.

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Taxonomic Note

The was described by George Robert Crotch in 1873. The Syphrea is part of the diverse flea beetle tribe Alticini within Chrysomelidae, characterized by enlarged hind that enable jumping locomotion.

Data Availability

As of current records, Syphrea nana has only 5 observations in iNaturalist and minimal published biological data. Most aspects of its —including plants, seasonal activity, and precise requirements—remain undocumented.

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