Ascra florida
Ascra florida is a of in the , tribe Carpocorini. The Ascra contains approximately 20 described species distributed primarily in the Western Hemisphere. Records for A. florida are sparse, with limited documented observations.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Ascra florida: /ˈæs.krə ˈflɒr.ɪ.də/
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Distribution
Distribution data for Ascra florida is limited. The epithet suggests a possible association with Florida, USA, though this cannot be confirmed from available sources.
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Taxonomic Note
The Ascra was established by Say in 1832. in this genus are generally poorly documented in the literature, with limited biological or ecological information available. The sparse iNaturalist records (4 observations) indicate this species is rarely encountered or underreported.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- iNaturalist taxon
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