Diplotaxis moerens
LeConte, 1856
Diplotaxis moerens is a of scarab beetle in the Scarabaeidae, first described by LeConte in 1856. The species is distributed across Central America and North America. Two are recognized: D. m. moerens and D. m. peninsularis. Like other members of the Diplotaxis, are small that are frequently attracted to lights at night.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Diplotaxis moerens: //ˌdɪpləˈtæksɪs ˈmɪərəns//
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Distribution
Central America and North America.
Behavior
have been observed to be attracted to lights at night.
Similar Taxa
- Diplotaxis spp.Other small in the same share similar size, , and attraction to lights; precise identification requires examination of specific morphological characters.