Aulacothorax copalina
Copal Flea Beetle
Aulacothorax copalina, commonly known as the Copal , is a small leaf beetle in the Chrysomelidae. The was formerly classified under the Orthaltica but has been reassigned to Aulacothorax based on morphological and phylogenetic evidence. It is to North America and has been documented in 131 iNaturalist observations.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Aulacothorax copalina: //ˌɔː.lə.kəˈθɔː.ræks koʊˈpæ.lɪ.nə//
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Distribution
North America. Specific range details within this region are not well documented in available sources.
Similar Taxa
- Aulacothorax (genus)Other within Aulacothorax share similar and were historically confused due to taxonomic reclassification from Orthaltica. Distinguishing features between species require examination of genitalia and subtle elytral patterns.
- Orthaltica (genus)Formerly placed in this ; specimens in older literature or collections may be labeled as Orthaltica copalina/copalinus, creating potential confusion with current .