Trichaltica tibialis
(Jacoby, 1892)
Trichaltica tibialis is a flea beetle in the Chrysomelidae, described by Jacoby in 1892. The Trichaltica belongs to the Galerucinae, which contains many flea beetle species characterized by their enlarged hind that enable jumping. Records indicate presence in Middle America and North America. Like other flea beetles, it likely feeds on plant material, though specific associations remain undocumented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Trichaltica tibialis: //trɪˈkæltɪkə taɪˈbaɪəlɪs//
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Distribution
Middle America and North America. GBIF records indicate presence in both regions, though specific country-level distribution details are not well documented.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
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