Systena collaris
Crotch, 1873
Systena collaris is a of flea beetle in the Chrysomelidae, first described by Crotch in 1873. The Systena contains multiple species of small leaf beetles, several of which are associated with sunflower and other Asteraceae . The specific epithet 'collaris' refers to a collar-like marking or structure. As a member of the flea beetle group, this species likely possesses the enlarged hind characteristic of the tribe Alticini, enabling jumping .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Systena collaris: /sɪsˈtiːnə kəˈlærɪs/
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Distribution
North America.
Similar Taxa
- Systena blandaPalestriped flea beetle, also associated with sunflower and other Asteraceae; distinguished by pale striping pattern and specific range differences
- Systena frontalisAnother congeneric flea beetle with similar size and general ; requires examination of genitalia or specific markings for definitive separation