Anomala undulata

Melsheimer, 1845

shining leaf chafer

Anomala undulata is a of shining leaf chafer in the Scarabaeidae. It is currently recognized as a synonym of Paranomala undulata according to GBIF . The species was described by Melsheimer in 1845 and belongs to the diverse group of scarab beetles commonly known as , many of which are associated with feeding on plant material.

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How to pronounce Anomala undulata: /ænəˈmɑːlə ˌʌndjʊˈleɪtə/

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Taxonomic status

According to GBIF, Anomala undulata is currently treated as a synonym of Paranomala undulata. The Catalogue of Life also lists this name as a synonym. However, iNaturalist and NCBI retain it under the Anomala. The classification shows this belongs to the Rutelinae (shining leaf chafers), a group known for their often metallic or iridescent appearance.

Related species context

Members of the Anomala and related genera (including Paranomala) are commonly known as or . Several in this group, such as Anomala orientalis (Oriental beetle) and (Asiatic garden beetle), are significant agricultural and horticultural pests in North America, where they were introduced as invasives. These related species feed on roots as larvae (white ) and on flowers and leaves as .