Pseudoluperus longulus

(LeConte, 1857)

Pseudoluperus longulus is a leaf beetle in the Chrysomelidae. It is the sole member of the Pseudoluperus, described by LeConte in 1857. The occurs in North America and has been recorded in British Columbia, Canada.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Pseudoluperus longulus: /ˌsuːdoʊˈluːpərəs ˈlɒŋɡjələs/

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Identification

May be distinguished from other Chrysomelidae by its placement in the Pseudoluperus; specific diagnostic characters require examination of morphological features not detailed in available sources.

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Distribution

North America; recorded in British Columbia, Canada.

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Taxonomic Note

The Pseudoluperus is , containing only P. longulus. This unusual taxonomic status suggests the possesses distinctive morphological features that have warranted separate generic placement within Chrysomelidae.

Data Limitations

This is represented by only 3 observations in iNaturalist and appears to be poorly documented in the literature. Most biological and ecological details remain unknown.

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