Epicauta alphonsii
Horn, 1874
alphonsii is a of in the , first described by Horn in 1874. It is to North America and belongs to the large Epicauta, which contains numerous species often difficult to distinguish without close examination. Like other members of its family, it possesses chemical defenses based on . The species is represented by 265 specimens in the Research Museum collection, indicating it is relatively well-collected among North Epicauta species.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Epicauta alphonsii: /ˌɛpɪˈkaʊtə ælˈfɔnzi.aɪ/
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Distribution
North America. Specific range details within the continent are not documented in available sources.