Banasa subcarnea
Van Duzee, 1935
Banasa subcarnea is a of in the Pentatomidae, native to North America. It belongs to a of eleven species in North America, several of which are visually similar and require microscopic examination for reliable identification. Like other Banasa species, it is associated with woody plants and is not considered an agricultural pest.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Banasa subcarnea: /bəˈnɑːsə səbˈkɑːrniə/
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Identification
-level identification within the Banasa relies on characters best observed under a microscope, as several species appear nearly identical to the unaided . Banasa subcarnea can be distinguished from by subtle morphological features of the genitalia and other structures visible only with magnification.
Distribution
North America.
Similar Taxa
- Banasa calvaVisually similar; both feed on sap of trees and shrubs and require microscopic examination for reliable separation. Several Banasa species are effectively indistinguishable without magnification.