Ophraella americana

(Fabricius, 1801)

American Goldenrod Leaf Beetle

Ophraella americana is a skeletonizing leaf beetle in the Chrysomelidae. It is known from North America, with records spanning from Arizona to Florida and north to Quebec and Alberta. The has been documented feeding on Solidago species.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Ophraella americana: /ɒfˈreɪlə əˌmerɪˈkeɪnə/

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Distribution

North America, specifically recorded from Arizona to Florida, north to Quebec and Alberta. Additional records from Manitoba and Ontario, Canada.

Diet

Has been recorded feeding on Solidago .

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