Sigara variabilis
Hungerford, 1926
Sigara variabilis is a of water boatman in the Corixidae, order Hemiptera. It was described by Hungerford in 1926. The species is recorded from North America. Very little specific information is available about this particular species.



Pronunciation
How to pronounce Sigara variabilis: /ˈsiːɡərə ˌvɛəriˈæbɪlɪs/
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Distribution
North America. Specific locality records are sparse; the has been documented as present on the continent but detailed range boundaries are not established.
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Taxonomic note
Sigara variabilis belongs to the Sigara, a diverse group of water boatmen. The genus is characterized by that are often difficult to distinguish without detailed examination of male genitalia and other subtle morphological features. The specific epithet 'variabilis' suggests variable , which may contribute to identification challenges.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
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