Anaxipha hyalicetra
Cole & Funk, 2019
Ruby Road Trig
A sword-tailed described in 2019 from southeastern Arizona near the Mexico border. It is the only North American Anaxipha with broad, glassy tegmina. The species name 'hyalicetra' references the translucent wing .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Anaxipha hyalicetra: //əˈnæksɪfə haɪəˈsɛtrə//
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Identification
Distinguished from other North American Anaxipha by broad tegmina; confirmed by male genitalia structure and acoustic signature. The combination of wing shape and song pattern provides field identification criteria.
Appearance
Male with broad, hyaline (glassy) tegmina wider than those of in North America. Male genitalia distinctive, with specific structural features separating it from related .
Distribution
Known from southeastern Arizona adjacent to the Mexico border; potentially extends into Sonora, Mexico.
Behavior
Produces calling song as irregular chirps with variable pulse train rate. Aggressive song may also occur, though this remains unconfirmed.
Similar Taxa
- Other North American Anaxipha speciesDistinguished by narrower tegmina and different male genitalia; song patterns also differ
More Details
Etymology
name 'hyalicetra' derives from Greek 'hyalinos' (glass) and 'etron' (wing), referring to the glassy, translucent tegmina.
Conservation status
Not assessed; known from few observations (6 records on iNaturalist as of source date).