Acoma diminiata
Howden, 1958
Acoma diminiata is a small scarab beetle in the Scarabaeidae, described by Howden in 1958. It is known from New Mexico in the southwestern United States. measure 4.3–5.7 mm in length. The belongs to the Melolonthinae and tribe Acomini.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Acoma diminiata: /ˈæ.kə.mə dɪˈmɪ.niːˌæ.tə/
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Identification
Distinguished from other Acoma by specific morphological characters established in the original description by Howden (1958). The small size (4.3–5.7 mm) and New Mexico distribution help narrow identification within the .
Appearance
measure 4.3–5.7 mm in length. As a member of the Acoma, it is a small scarab beetle with the general body form typical of the Melolonthinae.
Distribution
Known from New Mexico, United States. Records indicate presence in the southwestern United States within the Nearctic region.
Similar Taxa
- Other Acoma speciesCongeneric share the small size and general scarab beetle ; precise identification requires examination of specific characters described in taxonomic revisions.
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Taxonomic history
Described by Howden in 1958, with the specific epithet 'diminiata'.