Cymatodera balteata
LeConte, 1854
banded checkered beetle, Long-necked Cymatodera
Cymatodera balteata is a of checkered beetle in the Cleridae, commonly known as the banded checkered beetle or Long-necked Cymatodera. It is native to North America and Central America. The species belongs to a characterized by elongated neck-like pronota that distinguish them from other clerid beetles. Like other members of Cleridae, it is presumed to be , though specific ecological details remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cymatodera balteata: //ˌsɪməˈtɒdərə bælˈtiːətə//
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Distribution
Recorded from North America and Central America. Specific locality records include Arizona, USA, where it has been collected at ultraviolet light traps in montane canyon .
Seasonality
have been observed in July and August in Arizona, suggesting summer activity during the monsoon season.
Behavior
Attracted to ultraviolet light sources at night, based on collection records from blacklighting operations in Arizona.
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Nomenclature Note
The 'Long-necked Cymatodera' reflects the Cymatodera's characteristic elongated pronotum, which creates a 'necked' appearance distinct from other clerid genera. The alternative common name 'banded checkered beetle' refers to color pattern elements typical of the .