Anomala umbra
Casey, 1915
shining leaf chafer
Anomala umbra is a of shining leaf in the scarab beetle Scarabaeidae. It belongs to the large Anomala, which contains numerous species commonly known as chafers. The specific epithet "umbra" refers to shadow or shade, possibly alluding to coloration or preferences. Like other members of the genus, this species is likely associated with vegetation and may have larval stages that develop in soil.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Anomala umbra: /ænɒˈmɑːlə ˈʌmbrə/
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Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
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