Scymnus socer
LeConte, 1852
dusky lady beetle
Scymnus socer is a small lady beetle in the Coccinellidae, described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1852. It belongs to the Scymninae, commonly known as dusky lady beetles, which are generally smaller and more cryptically colored than the familiar spotted lady beetles. The is known from North America, though detailed biological information remains limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Scymnus socer: /ˈsɪmnəs ˈsoʊsər/
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Distribution
North America
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Taxonomic note
The specific epithet 'socer' is Latin for 'father-in-law'. LeConte often used whimsical or personal names for his descriptions.