Hyperaspidius venustulus
(Mulsant, 1850)
Eight-spotted Hyperaspidius
Hyperaspidius venustulus is a small lady beetle in the Coccinellidae. measure approximately 2.80 mm. The has been recorded from Georgia and is associated with big cordgrass (Spartina cynosuroides) stands, where it has been found with the mealybug Dysmicoccus dennoi. It is rarely collected and poorly known.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hyperaspidius venustulus: /hɪˌpɛræˈspiːdiəs vɛˈnʊstjʊləs/
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Identification
are distinguished by their small size (about 2.80 mm), yellowish-red pronotum, and black bearing four yellow spots. The eight-spotted pattern on the elytra contributes to its .
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Habitat
Stands of big cordgrass (Spartina cynosuroides), a tall wetland grass in the Poaceae .
Distribution
Recorded from Georgia, North America. GBIF indicates presence in North America broadly.
Host Associations
- Dysmicoccus dennoi - associated withmealybug found on same plant
- Spartina cynosuroides - associated withbig cordgrass, the plant on which specimens have been collected
Similar Taxa
- Other Hyperaspidius speciesSimilar small size and general lady beetle ; distinguished by specific color pattern of yellowish-red pronotum and black with four yellow spots
- Other small CoccinellidaeSize overlap; requires examination of color pattern and pronotum coloration for identification