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Diplotaxis pumila
Diplotaxis pumila is a small scarab beetle in the family Scarabaeidae, subfamily Melolonthinae, described by Fall in 1909. It belongs to the genus Diplotaxis, a group of chafers known for their nocturnal aggregation behavior on vegetation where males intercept female pheromone trails. The species is documented from the southwestern United States, particularly Arizona. Like other members of its genus, it is likely attracted to lights at night and may be active during summer months following rainfall events.
Diplotaxis tenebrosa
Diplotaxis tenebrosa is a species of scarab beetle in the family Scarabaeidae, subfamily Melolonthinae, described by Henry Clinton Fall in 1909. The species belongs to the tribe Diplotaxini, a group of chafers commonly associated with sandy habitats. The specific epithet 'tenebrosa' (Latin for 'dark' or 'gloomy') likely refers to the species' dark coloration. Records indicate this species occurs in western North America, with specimens documented from multiple states and provinces in the Nearctic region.