Diapheromera tamaulipensis

Rehn, 1909

Tamaulipas Walkingstick

Diapheromera tamaulipensis, commonly known as the Tamaulipas Walkingstick, is a of in the Diapheromeridae. The species was described by Rehn in 1909 and is native to the southern United States and Mexico. It belongs to a of walkingsticks known for their elongated, twig-like bodies and cryptic appearance. Based on related species in the genus, likely exhibit strong resembling plant stems.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Diapheromera tamaulipensis: //ˌdaɪəfəˈroʊmərə ˌtæməˌwaɪˈpɛnsɪs//

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Identification

As a member of the Diapheromera, this likely possesses the diagnostic features characteristic of the genus: extremely elongated, cylindrical body form; long, slender legs; and longer than the front . The specific epithet "tamaulipensis" indicates association with the Mexican state of Tamaulipas. Definitive identification from requires examination of specific morphological characters not detailed in available sources.

Distribution

Recorded from Mexico (including the state of Tamaulipas) and the United States (New Mexico, Texas).

Similar Taxa

Diapheromera femorataShares the same and general body plan; D. femorata is more widespread in eastern North America and is commonly encountered, whereas D. tamaulipensis has a more restricted southern distribution.
Diapheromera veliiAnother congeneric found in arid southwestern regions of the United States; D. velii has been documented in New Mexico and may overlap in distribution with D. tamaulipensis in parts of Texas and New Mexico.

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Taxonomic Note

The Catalogue of Life lists this as a synonym, while GBIF and iNaturalist treat it as an accepted species. This discrepancy suggests ongoing taxonomic evaluation. The specific epithet references Tamaulipas, a state in northeastern Mexico.