Odontophotopsis arcuata
Mickel, 1983
Odontophotopsis arcuata is a of velvet ant in the Mutillidae, described by Mickel in 1983. Velvet ants (Mutillidae) are a family of solitary in which females are wingless and often possess aposematic coloration and a powerful sting. The Odontophotopsis is characterized by distinctive mandibular and dental structures. This species is part of a diverse group of North American mutillids, though specific biological details for O. arcuata remain poorly documented in published literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Odontophotopsis arcuata: /oʊˌdɒntoʊfəˈtɒpsɪs ɑːrˈkjuːeɪtə/
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Taxonomic Note
The specific epithet 'arcuata' (Latin for 'arched' or 'bowed') likely refers to a morphological feature such as the curvature of the , petiole, or other body structure, though the original description has not been consulted for confirmation.