Isotrilophus erraticus
(Smith, 1883)
Isotrilophus erraticus is a of tumbling flower beetle in the Mordellidae, described by Smith in 1883. The Isotrilophus contains at least two described species. This belongs to a family known for their distinctive ability to tumble or jump when disturbed. Records indicate presence in North America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Isotrilophus erraticus: //aɪsəʊˈtraɪloʊfəs ɛˈrætɪkəs//
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Distribution
North America (distribution records from GBIF indicate presence, though specific range details within the continent are not documented in available sources).
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Culex erraticus mosquito - Entomology Today
- Culex erraticus Archives - Entomology Today
- Some Florida Mosquitoes Spend the Winter in Tortoise Burrows
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- collecting mosquitoes from a gopher tortoise burrow - Entomology Today
- gopher-tortoise-culex-erraticus-mosquito-combo - Entomology Today