Serica opposita
Dawson, 1921
Serica opposita is a small scarab beetle in the Scarabaeidae, first described by Dawson in 1921. reach approximately 8 mm in length and are very similar in appearance to the congeneric Serica spicula, though slightly larger. The species is distributed across the eastern and central United States.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Serica opposita: /ˈsɛrɪka əˈpɒsɪtə/
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Identification
can be distinguished from the similar Serica spicula by their slightly larger size. The two are otherwise very similar in appearance, requiring careful comparison for positive identification.
Appearance
are small scarab beetles, reaching approximately 8 mm in length. They are very similar in appearance to Serica spicula but are slightly larger.
Distribution
United States: Maryland to Georgia, west to Michigan and Missouri, with records from New Jersey and South Carolina.
Similar Taxa
- Serica spiculaVery similar in appearance; S. opposita is distinguished by being slightly larger.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
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