Arawana
Leng, 1908
Arawana is a of ( ) established by Leng in 1908. It belongs to the Chilocorinae and tribe Chilocorini, a group known for often being -feeding . The genus contains at least four described distributed in the Americas, with Arawana arizonica being the species. Species were historically described under other genera before being transferred to Arawana.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Arawana: /ˌærəˈwɑːnə/
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Identification
Members of Arawana can be distinguished from other Chilocorini by genitalic characters and specific elytral patterns. The is characterized by features typical of Chilocorinae: often somewhat flattened body form and reduced . Accurate identification to level requires examination of male and comparison with .
Distribution
The occurs in the Americas. Arawana arizonica is found in the southwestern United States and Mexico. Arawana cubensis is known from Cuba. Arawana scapularis has been recorded from Central America. Arawana darieli was described from Mexico in 2024.
Similar Taxa
- ChilocorusBoth belong to tribe Chilocorini and share similar body forms; Chilocorus often have more distinctly patterned with spots or margins
- ExochomusAnother Chilocorini with overlapping distribution; Exochomus tend to have different pronotal shapes and leg proportions