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| synonym |
Bruchomorpha nodosa |
| description |
A dark species with a metallic luster, typically greenish-black to black in color. There is a pale median stripe extending from the tip of the head across the thorax; the boldness of this line can vary among individuals. The most characteristic feature of this species is its 'nose' or head projection; the projection is distinctly bulbous and rugged, being long with a 'kink' or funny bend and noticeably protruding outwards from the body. The anteclypeus is tan. The legs are yellow, streaked with brown. |
| distribution |
Unknown, currently just from North Carolina |
| abundance |
Recorded recently from a couple counties in the Piedmont, possibly more abundant in the right habitat. This may be an uncommon to rare species in the state. |
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| habitat |
Has been found in grassy, field-type habitat. |
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| comments |
This species superficially resembles B. nodosa, but that species has a largely reddish head. Therefore, it is possible that individuals from North Carolina represent an undescribed species. |
status |
[Native:]
[Introduced:]
[Extirpated:] | | list_type |
[Official:]
[Provisional:] |
| adult_id | Unmistakable and widely known Identifiable from good quality photos of unworn specimens
Identifiable from photos showing undersides, or other specialized views [e.g., legs, face]
Identifiable only by close inspection of structural features or by DNA analysis NULL |
| nymph_id | Unmistakable and widely known Identifiable from good quality photos, especially where associated with known host plants
Identifiable from close inspection of specimens or by DNA analysis
Identifiable only through rearing to adulthood NULL |
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| tribe |
Peltonotellini |
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Species Photo Gallery for Bruchomorpha cf. nodosa No Common Name |
 | Photo by: Kyle Kittelberger, Paul Scharf
Wake Co.
Comment: grassy habitat; an apparent first state (and most eastern) record for this species |  | Photo by: Kyle Kittelberger, Paul Scharf
Wake Co.
Comment: grassy habitat; an apparent first state (and most eastern) record for this species |
 | Photo by: Kyle Kittelberger, Paul Scharf
Wake Co.
Comment: grassy habitat; an apparent first state (and most eastern) record for this species |  | Photo by: Kyle Kittelberger, Paul Scharf
Wake Co.
Comment: grassy habitat; an apparent first state (and most eastern) record for this species |
 | Photo by: Paul Scharf
Warren Co.
Comment: Caught Sweeping |  | Photo by: Paul Scharf
Warren Co.
Comment: Caught Sweeping |
 | Photo by: Paul Scharf
Warren Co.
Comment: Caught Sweeping |
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