Orsodacnidae
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Aulacoscelis candezei
Aulacoscelis candezei is a leaf beetle species in the family Orsodacnidae, described by Chapuis in 1874. It is one of relatively few species in this small family of beetles. The species has been documented in Central America and North America, though detailed biological information remains limited.
Janbechynea
Janbechynea is a genus of leaf beetles in the family Orsodacnidae, containing at least 12 described species distributed in North America. The genus is named in honor of Czech entomologist Jan Bechyně. Adults of at least one species, J. elongata, are specialized herbivores of cycads. The genus is divided into two subgenera: Janbechynea and Bothroscelis.
Orsodacne atra
Silver-backed Orsodacnid Beetle
Orsodacne atra is a small leaf beetle in the family Orsodacnidae, distributed across North and Central America. Adults are frequently observed on flowers of woody shrubs and trees, particularly in early spring. The species is one of the few members of its family in North America.