Hyperaspis aemulator
Casey, 1908
Hyperaspis aemulator is a small lady beetle in the tribe Hyperaspini, first described by Casey in 1908. measure approximately 2.40–2.80 mm in length. The is poorly documented, with only one observation recorded on iNaturalist and limited published information available.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hyperaspis aemulator: /haɪˈpɛrəsɪs ɛˈmjuːleɪtɔːr/
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Identification
Distinguished from other Hyperaspis by its small size (2.40–2.80 mm) and colour pattern similar to H. medialis. Specific diagnostic features distinguishing it from H. medialis are not documented in available sources.
Appearance
are small, measuring 2.40–2.80 mm in length. The colour pattern resembles that of Hyperaspis medialis.
Distribution
Recorded from Arizona, United States. Distribution within North America otherwise poorly documented.
Similar Taxa
- Hyperaspis medialisShares similar colour pattern; H. aemulator may be confused with this without careful examination of size and subtle pattern differences
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Documentation status
Extremely poorly known with minimal observational records and limited published description beyond original description.