Nemognatha lurida
(LeConte, 1853)
Nemognatha lurida is a in the , Nemognathinae. The occurs in Central and North America, with two recognized : N. l. lurida and N. l. apicalis. Like other members of the , it possesses elongated maxillary structures adapted for nectar feeding on flowers. The species is represented by 172 specimens in the UCR Research Museum collection.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Nemognatha lurida: /nɛmoʊɡˈnæθə ˈlʊrɪdə/
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Distribution
Central America and North America. GBIF records confirm presence in Middle America and North America.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Meloidae Holdings | Entomology Research Museum
- The Marvelously Cryptic Dicerca lurida | Beetles In The Bush
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- ID Challenge #19 | Beetles In The Bush
- JIPM Article on Masked Chafer Grubs in Turfgrass Explains Management Techniques