Tetralimonius ornatulus
Tetralimonius ornatulus is a of click beetle in the Elateridae. Based on available collection records, this species has been documented in western Texas and New Mexico, with specimens collected from soapberry (Sapindus saponaria) vegetation. have been observed during late spring and early summer, with collection dates in May and June. The species appears to be associated with riparian and woodland where its plants occur.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Tetralimonius ornatulus: /ˌtɛtrəˈlɪmoʊniəs ɔrˈnætjʊləs/
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Habitat
Riparian areas and dry woodlands with soapberry (Sapindus saponaria) vegetation.
Distribution
Western Texas (Val Verde County, Jeff Davis County) and southeastern New Mexico (Chaves County, Otero County).
Seasonality
Late spring to early summer; active in May and June.
Host Associations
- Sapindus saponaria - plant collected by sweeping foliage of soapberry trees and saplings.
Behavior
have been collected by sweeping foliage of plants.
Similar Taxa
- Agrilus sapindiBoth are associated with Sapindus (soapberry) and may be found on the same plants; however, A. sapindi belongs to Buprestidae and can be distinguished by its more compact body form and different .
- Agrilus ornatulusSimilar specific epithet and both occur on soapberry; distinguished by -level characters (Elateridae vs. Buprestidae) and body form.