Armalia texana
(LeConte, 1866)
Armalia texana is a of darkling beetle in the Tenebrionidae, described by LeConte in 1866. The Armalia is a small group within this large family, and A. texana appears to be primarily associated with arid and semi-arid regions of the southwestern United States and adjacent Mexico. Like other tenebrionids, this species is likely and adapted to xeric conditions. The specific epithet "texana" indicates the type locality or primary association with Texas.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Armalia texana: /ɑrˈmɑ.liə tɛkˈsɑ.nə/
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Distribution
Southwestern United States (primarily Texas) and adjacent northern Mexico. The specific epithet and distribution suggest occurrence in arid and semi-arid regions.