Epicauta maculata
(Say, 1824)
spotted blister beetle
maculata, commonly known as the spotted blister beetle, is a of blister beetle in the Meloidae. It belongs to the Epicauta maculata species group, a monophyletic clade comprising North American and South American species. The species is found in Central America and North America. Like other blister beetles, it produces , a defensive compound that can cause skin blistering in humans and is toxic to livestock.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Epicauta maculata: //ˌɛpɪˈkaʊtə ˌmækjʊˈleɪtə//
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Distribution
Central America and North America. Distribution records include Manitoba, Canada.
Human Relevance
Produces , a defensive compound that can cause skin blistering in humans and is toxic to livestock if ingested in contaminated hay.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Meloidae Holdings | Entomology Research Museum
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