Scymnus compar
Casey, 1899
dusky lady beetle
Scymnus compar is a small lady beetle (Coccinellidae) described by Thomas L. Casey in 1899. It belongs to the Scymninae, a group commonly known as dusky lady beetles due to their typically subdued coloration compared to the brightly spotted familiar to most observers. The species is documented from North America, with specific records from Ontario, Canada. Like other members of its , it is presumed to be a of small soft-bodied insects, though direct observations of its remain limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Scymnus compar: /ˈsɪmnəs ˈkɒmpɑːr/
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Distribution
North America; recorded from Ontario, Canada.
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Taxonomic History
Described by American entomologist Thomas L. Casey in 1899. The specific epithet 'compar' is Latin for 'like' or 'similar', possibly referring to resemblance to other Scymnus .
Data Limitations
This is represented by only two observations in iNaturalist and minimal literature coverage. Most aspects of its remain undocumented.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
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