Syzeton belovi

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Coleoptera
Suborder: Polyphaga
Superfamily: Tenebrionoidea
Family: Aderidae
Tribe: Aderini
Subtribe: Syzetoninina
Genus: Syzeton
Species: belovi

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Syzeton belovi: //sɪˈzɛtɒn bɛˈloʊvi//

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Summary

Syzeton belovi is a newly described species of ant-like leaf beetle in the family Aderidae, recently moved to its current genus from Zonantes. There are more than 10 described species in the genus Syzeton.

Physical Characteristics

Males measure approximately 1.78 mm (±0.11 mm), while females measure approximately 1.83 mm (±0.09 mm).

Identification Tips

The species can be identified by its ant-like appearance, a characteristic of the genus Syzeton.

Habitat

Primarily found in areas of Texas, Oklahoma, and Florida.

Distribution

Texas, Oklahoma, Florida, with additional reports from Tennessee.

Evolution

The species was formerly classified under the genus Zonantes prior to its reclassification into Syzeton in 2022.

Similar Taxa

Zonantes