Menkeleon bellulus
(Banks, 1905)
Menkeleon bellulus is the sole described in the Menkeleon, a group of antlions in the Myrmeleontidae. This species occurs in the Western United States and Mexico, where it inhabits riparian montane oak woodland and similar . have been observed at ultraviolet and mercury-vapor light setups, indicating activity patterns typical of many neuropteran insects. The species was originally described as Maracandula bellula by Banks in 1905 before being transferred to the genus Menkeleon.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Menkeleon bellulus: /mɛnˈkɛliən bɛˈlulus/
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Habitat
Riparian montane oak woodland in mountainous regions of the southwestern United States and adjacent Mexico. The has been documented in areas with mixed oak-juniper-pine woodland vegetation.
Distribution
Western United States and Mexico. Specific U.S. records include southeastern Arizona (Huachuca Mountains, Cochise County). The occurs in Middle America and North America based on distribution records.
Seasonality
activity has been observed in late May to early June based on field records from southeastern Arizona. This timing corresponds to the pre-monsoon season in the region.
Behavior
are attracted to ultraviolet and mercury-vapor lights at night, suggesting activity. This has been documented in riparian montane oak woodland .