Attalus rufiventris
Red-sutured Attalus
Attalus rufiventris is a of in the , commonly known as the Red-sutured Attalus. The species belongs to a large of predatory frequently found on flowers. As a member of Melyridae, it possesses the characteristic soft and flexible body typical of the family. The specific epithet rufiventris refers to the reddish coloration of the surface.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Attalus rufiventris: /ˈætələs ruːfɪˈvɛntrɪs/
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Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- iNaturalist taxon
- Eastern Red-Bellied Tiger Beetle | Beetles In The Bush
- Bug Eric: Wasp Wednesday: Another Puzzler
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- Buprestidae type specimens at Fundación Miguel Lillo, Argentina | Beetles In The Bush
- Collection Inventory update | Beetles In The Bush
- Eavesdropping Bees Encouraged by "Whispers," Deterred by "Shouts"