Dendrocoris contaminatus
Uhler, 1897
creosote stink bug
Dendrocoris contaminatus is a of in the Pentatomidae, commonly known as the creosote stink bug. It is native to North America. The species is associated with creosote bush (Larrea tridentata), as indicated by its . Observations are relatively sparse, with limited published ecological data available.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dendrocoris contaminatus: /dɛnˌdroʊˈkɔrɪs kənˌtæməˈneɪtəs/
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Habitat
Associated with creosote bush (Larrea tridentata) in arid and semi-arid regions.
Distribution
North America, with records from the southwestern United States and adjacent regions where creosote bush occurs.
Host Associations
- Larrea tridentata - associated with 'creosote ' indicates association with creosote bush; specific relationship (feeding, breeding, or incidental) not confirmed in available sources.
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Etymology
The specific epithet 'contaminatus' is Latin for 'polluted' or 'defiled', possibly referring to markings on the . The 'creosote ' refers to its association with creosote bush (Larrea tridentata), not the wood preservative creosote.