Sirthenea carinata
(Fabricius, 1798)
Sirthenea carinata is a of corsair (assassin bug) in the Reduviidae, Peiratinae. It was described by Fabricius in 1798 and is currently treated as a synonym of Sirthenea . The species has been recorded across a broad geographic range spanning North, Central, and South America. As a member of the corsair group, it belongs to a lineage of predatory true bugs known for their robust build and forelegs adapted for capturing prey.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Sirthenea carinata: /sɪrˈθiːniə kəˈraɪnɑːtə/
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Distribution
North America, Central America, and South America. GBIF records confirm presence in North America.
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Taxonomic Status
Catalogue of Life and GBIF list Sirthenea carinata as a synonym of Sirthenea . The name was originally described by Fabricius in 1798 and has been subsumed under the broader concept of S. stria in modern treatments.
iNaturalist Observations
The has accumulated 694 observations on iNaturalist, indicating it is moderately well-documented by citizen scientists across its range.