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Agrilus ornatulus
Ornate soapberry Borer
Agrilus ornatulus is a metallic wood-boring beetle in the family Buprestidae, first described by Horn in 1891. The species is associated with soapberry (Sapindus saponaria) as its larval host plant, with adults collected by beating or sweeping foliage. It occurs in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. The specific epithet 'ornatulus' refers to the ornate or decorated appearance typical of many Agrilus species.
Agrilus sapindi
native soapberry borer, Golden Soapberry Borer
Agrilus sapindi is a metallic wood-boring beetle in the family Buprestidae, first described by Knull in 1938. It is commonly known as the native soapberry borer or Golden Soapberry Borer. The species is found in North America and is associated with soapberry (Sapindus drummondii) as its host plant.
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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Tetralimonius ornatulus is a species of click beetle in the family Elateridae. Based on available collection records, this species has been documented in western Texas and New Mexico, with specimens collected from soapberry (Sapindus saponaria) vegetation. Adults have been observed during late spring and early summer, with collection dates in May and June. The species appears to be associated with riparian and woodland habitats where its host plants occur.