Meleoma emuncta
(Fitch, 1855)
Meleoma emuncta is a of green lacewing in the Chrysopidae, originally described by Fitch in 1855 as Chrysopa emuncta. It is one of approximately 20 species in the Meleoma, a group of lacewings characterized by distinctive wing venation patterns. The species occurs in North America, though detailed biological studies remain limited. Like other chrysopids, are likely predatory or nectar-feeding, but specific ecological roles have not been well documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Meleoma emuncta: /mɛˈleɪ.oʊmə iːˈmʌŋk.tə/
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Distribution
North America. Specific range details are not well documented, but the is present across the continent based on collection records.