Elonus

Casey, 1895

ant-like leaf beetles

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Elonus is a of ant-like leaf beetles in the Aderidae. The genus contains seven described , all restricted to North America. These beetles are characterized by their compact, -like appearance and are among the smaller members of the family Aderidae. The genus was established by Casey in 1895.

Elonus by (c) skitterbug, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by skitterbug. Used under a CC-BY license.

Elonus gruberi by (c) Thomas Koffel, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Thomas Koffel. Used under a CC-BY license.

Elonus nebulosus by (c) Mark Richman, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Mark Richman. Used under a CC-BY license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Elonus: /ɛˈloʊnəs/

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Identification

Members of Elonus can be distinguished from other Aderidae by their -like habitus: compact body, narrow pronotum, and relatively long legs. The genus is distinguished from the similar genus Aderus by subtle differences in antennal structure and pronotal shape. Specific identification to level requires examination of male genitalia and other fine morphological details.

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Distribution

North America. Documented from the United States, with specific records from Vermont and the southwestern United States (Texas: Chisos Mountains).

Similar Taxa

AderusBoth are ant-like leaf beetles in Aderidae with similar compact body forms; distinguished by antennal structure and pronotal shape.
ZonantesAnother North American Aderidae with -like appearance; Elonus generally have more pronounced pronotal constriction.