Dalea
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Filatima undescribed-species-on-dalea
An undescribed species of Filatima moth in the family Gelechiidae, associated with Dalea host plants. The species has been documented but not yet formally described in scientific literature. Its taxonomic status remains provisional pending formal description and naming.
Megacyllene angulifera
Megacyllene angulifera is a longhorn beetle (Cerambycidae) native to central North America, ranging from Alberta to Texas. Adults are typically observed in fall on flowers of Solidago (goldenrod). Larvae develop in root crowns of Dalea candida (Fabaceae). The species is closely related to M. comanchei, with which it may be confused, though the two differ in elytral coloration, host plant associations, and adult behavior.
Plagiostira albonotata
white-marked shieldback
Plagiostira albonotata, commonly known as the white-marked shieldback, is a species of shield-backed katydid in the family Tettigoniidae. It is a large, robust katydid found in arid regions of the southwestern United States. The species is characterized by distinctive white markings on its body. Observations indicate activity during summer months in desert and semi-desert habitats.
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Jaguar Flower Moth (near species)
Schinia nr-jaguarina is a flower moth in the family Noctuidae, closely related to or potentially conspecific with Schinia jaguarina. The 'nr' designation indicates it is near the described species, suggesting possible taxonomic uncertainty or geographic variation. Like other members of the genus Schinia, it is likely diurnal and associated with specific host plants.