Strigoderma pimalis
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Coleoptera
- Suborder: Polyphaga
- Superfamily: Scarabaeoidea
- Family: Scarabaeidae
- Subfamily: Rutelinae
- Tribe: Anomalini
- Genus: Strigoderma
- Species: pimalis
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Strigoderma pimalis: /strɪˈɡoʊdərmə paɪˈmeɪlɪs/
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Summary
Strigoderma pimalis is a species of shining leaf chafer in the family Scarabaeidae, known for its shiny appearance and found primarily in the southwestern United States and Mexico.
Physical Characteristics
7.3‒12.4 mm in length, characterized as a shining leaf chafer.
Identification Tips
Look for shiny, smooth elytra which are typical of leaf chafers.
Habitat
Found in southwestern United States and Mexico, typically in areas where vegetation is present.
Distribution
Southwestern United States (Arizona to New Mexico) and Mexico.
Diet
Herbivorous, feeding primarily on foliage and other plant materials.
Life Cycle
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Reproduction
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Predators
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Conservation Status
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Ecosystem Role
Potential role in plant pollination and as part of the detritus food web.
Economic Impact
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Cultural Significance
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Evolution
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Tags
- beetle
- Scarabaeidae
- Shining Leaf Chafer