Gononotus
LeConte, J.L., 1876
Gononotus is a of true () established by John Lawrence LeConte in 1876. The genus contains at least two described : Gononotus angulicollis and Gononotus lutosus. Both species are North in distribution.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Gononotus: //ˌɡoʊnəˈnoʊtəs//
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Identification
The name Gononotus refers to the angular characteristic of these . Gononotus angulicollis can be distinguished from G. lutosus by its more pronounced angular pronotal margins.
Distribution
North America. Gononotus angulicollis and G. lutosus are both recorded from the United States.
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Etymology
The name derives from Greek 'gonia' (angle) and 'notos' (back), referring to the angular .
Taxonomic History
Established by LeConte in 1876 with Gononotus lutosus as the .