Sesaspis emarginata
Texas Wrinkled Ironclad
Sesaspis emarginata, commonly known as the Texas Wrinkled Ironclad, is a of ironclad beetle in the Zopheridae. The species belongs to a group of beetles known for their exceptionally hardened forewings () that provide substantial physical protection. Based on iNaturalist records, this species has been documented in 177 observations, indicating it is not exceptionally rare but has a restricted enough distribution to attract collector interest. The specific epithet 'emarginata' refers to a notched or indented margin, likely describing a characteristic feature of the body outline or elytral margin.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Sesaspis emarginata: //sɛˈsas.pɪs ɛˌmaːr.ɡɪˈnaː.ta//
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