Hoplia hirta
LeConte, 1880
Hoplia hirta is a in the , described by LeConte in 1880. It is distributed in the western United States, with records from California, Nevada, and Oregon. Like other members of the Hoplia, it is likely associated with flowering plants as an , though specific ecological details for this species remain poorly documented. The species name 'hirta' refers to hairy or bristly characteristics, presumably of the adult 's body surface.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hoplia hirta: /ˈhoʊpliə ˈhɜrtə/
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Distribution
Western United States: California, Nevada, and Oregon. GBIF records indicate presence in the Nearctic region with confirmed occurrences in these three states.