Serica parallela
Casey, 1884
Serica parallela is a small scarab beetle in the Scarabaeidae. measure 7.5–8.5 mm in length. The occurs across eastern and central North America, from the Canadian provinces of Ontario and Quebec south to Texas and east to the Atlantic coast.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Serica parallela: //ˈsɛr.ɪ.kə pəˈræl.ɛ.lə//
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Identification
The combination of small size (under 9 mm), velvety opaque surface with slight iridescence, and variable reddish-brown coloration distinguishes this . It may be confused with other Serica species, which require examination of genitalia or other subtle characters for definitive identification.
Appearance
are small scarab beetles, 7.5–8.5 mm in length. Coloration ranges from mahogany red to bay or chestnut brown. The is velvety and opaque with slight iridescence.
Distribution
Eastern and central North America: United States (Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin) and Canada (Ontario, Quebec).
Similar Taxa
- Other Serica speciesSimilar small size, coloration, and velvety appearance; require detailed morphological examination for separation
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
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