Pseudomethoca brazoria
A of velvet ant in the Mutillidae, characterized by the wingless females typical of this family. The species name refers to Brazoria County, Texas, suggesting a geographic association with the Gulf Coastal Plain region. As with other mutillids, females are solitary and possess a potent sting, while males are winged and less frequently encountered.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Pseudomethoca brazoria: //ˌsjuːdoʊməˈθoʊkə brəˈzɔːriə//
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Distribution
Brazoria County, Texas, and surrounding Gulf Coastal Plain regions of the southern United States.
Behavior
Females are solitary and actively forage on the ground; males are winged.