Rhagonycha angulata

(Say, 1823)

Angular Soldier Beetle

Rhagonycha angulata is a of in the , first described by Thomas Say in 1823. It is distributed across North America, with confirmed records from Canada (Ontario) and the United States. As a member of the soldier beetles, it belongs to a family characterized by soft bodies and frequent presence on flowers.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Rhagonycha angulata: /ræˈɡɒnɪkə æŋɡjʊˈleɪtə/

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Distribution

North America, including Ontario, Canada and the United States. The has been recorded in 391 iNaturalist observations, indicating a relatively well-documented range across the continent.

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Taxonomic history

First described by Thomas Say in 1823, making it one of the earlier-described North .

Data availability

The has 391 observations on iNaturalist, suggesting it is moderately well-documented by citizen scientists, though detailed information remains sparse in the literature.