Syzeton hubbardi
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Coleoptera
- Suborder: Polyphaga
- Superfamily: Tenebrionoidea
- Family: Aderidae
- Tribe: Aderini
- Subtribe: Syzetoninina
- Genus: Syzeton
- Species: hubbardi
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Syzeton hubbardi: /ˈsɪzɛtɒn ˈhʌbɑrdaɪ/
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Summary
Syzeton hubbardi is an ant-like leaf beetle from the family Aderidae, found across North America, previously classified under the genus Zonantes.
Physical Characteristics
2.1 mm in length
Identification Tips
Ant-like appearance typical of the Aderidae family.
Habitat
Found in various habitats across North America.
Distribution
Eastern United States from New Jersey to Florida, and west to Missouri and Texas.
Diet
Primarily herbivorous, likely feeding on plant materials.
Ecosystem Role
As a beetle, may play a role in plant material decomposition.
Evolution
Formerly classified under the genus Zonantes, reclassified to Syzeton in 2022 based on new research.
Similar Taxa
- Zonantes spp.
Tags
- Coleoptera
- Aderidae
- leaf beetle
- North America
- insect
- ant-like