Pyrota discoidea

LeConte, 1853

Winecup Pyrota

Pyrota discoidea is a blister beetle in the Meloidae, commonly known as the Winecup Pyrota. The is found in North America. Like other members of the Pyrota, it likely exhibits the typical meloid body plan with soft, flexible and aposematic coloration that serves as warning for its chemical defenses.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Pyrota discoidea: /paɪˈroʊtə dɪsˈkɔɪdiə/

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North America.

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