Minyomerus
Horn, 1876
Minyomerus is a of flightless broad-nosed (: Entiminae: Tanymecini) containing approximately 17 described . are small (2.8–6.0 mm) and characterized by reduced or absent hind . The genus is to western North America, inhabiting desert and semi-arid regions. Multiple species have been documented feeding on leaf tissue of creosote bush, sagebrush, and other Asteraceae.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Minyomerus: //ˌmɪniˈoʊmərəs//
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Identification
distinguished by flightlessness due to greatly reduced or absent hind . Body densely covered with appressed circular in earth tones, with sub-recumbent to setiform scales on elytral intervals. Body length ranges 2.8–6.0 mm.
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Habitat
Desert and plains regions; semi-arid environments including Mojave, Sonoran, Chihuahuan, and Great Basin Deserts, Great Plains, Colorado Plateau, and Baja California.
Distribution
Western North America; desert and plains regions throughout North America including Baja California, México.
Diet
; feeds on leaf tissue.
Host Associations
- Larrea tridentata - creosote bush [Zygophyllaceae]
- Gutierrezia - broomweed [Asteraceae]
- Artemisia - sagebrush [Asteraceae]
- Asteraceae - various members
Life Cycle
All except remain unknown.
Behavior
consistently observed on leaves and branches of plants. Many appear to be host .