Ascra bifida
(Say, 1831)
Ascra bifida is a in the , originally described by Thomas Say in 1831 as Pentatoma bifida. The species has been reclassified from Edessa to Ascra based on phylogenetic studies. It occurs across the Americas from the Caribbean through North, Central, and South America. The species epithet 'bifida' refers to a (cleft or forked) structure, likely a diagnostic morphological feature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Ascra bifida: //ˈæskrə ˈbaɪfɪdə//
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Distribution
Widely distributed across the Americas. Present in the Caribbean, Middle America, North America, and South America according to GBIF records.
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Taxonomic history
Originally described as Pentatoma bifida by Say in 1831. Later transferred to Edessa as Edessa bifida. Currently placed in genus Ascra based on molecular phylogenetic studies that recognized Ascra as distinct from Edessa.
Nomenclatural note
Authority sometimes cited as (Say, 1832) in some sources, though original description was 1831.