Oscarinus welderi
Gordon & Skelley, 2007
Oscarinus welderi is a of in the , first described in 2007 from Texas. It belongs to a known for -feeding , though specific details for this species remain limited. The species is documented from very few observations.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Oscarinus welderi: /ɔˈskarɪnəs ˈwɛldəri/
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Identification
Oscarinus welderi can be distinguished from other Oscarinus by the diagnostic features described in its original description by Gordon & Skelley (2007). As a recently described species with few records, identification should reference the type description and comparison with .
Habitat
Associated with cattle farming environments in Texas, based on the ecological context of related in the .
Distribution
Known from Texas, USA (Nearctic region). GBIF records indicate presence in North America with specific locality in Texas.
Similar Taxa
- Oscarinus rusicola with similar ; O. rusicola is better known and documented to provide services on cattle farms, while O. welderi is less studied.