Burtinus

Stål, 1860

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Burtinus notatipennis(Spot-winged Broad-headed Bug)

Burtinus is a of broad-headed bugs in the Alydidae, established by Stål in 1860. The genus contains at least two described : Burtinus luteomarginatus and Burtinus notatipennis. Members of this genus are found in the Americas, with records from southern North America through South America.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Burtinus: //bɜːrˈtaɪnəs//

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Identification

Burtinus can be distinguished from other Alydidae by the combination of a broad, flattened and overall body proportions characteristic of the Alydinae. Specific diagnostic features for -level identification require examination of the pronotum coloration and wing patterns.

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Distribution

Southern United States (Texas) through Central and South America.

Similar Taxa

AlydusAlso in Alydinae with similar broad-headed ; Burtinus differs in specific pronotal and wing venation characteristics.
MegamelusAnother broad-headed bug ; Burtinus is distinguished by body proportions and geographic distribution patterns.

More Details

Species count

At least two described are recognized: Burtinus luteomarginatus Maldonado Capriles, 1953 and Burtinus notatipennis Stål, 1859.

Observations

The has accumulated over 1,900 research-grade observations on iNaturalist, indicating moderate documentation of its occurrence in the field.