Redescription of Stenolophus thoracicus
Author Information
Author(s): Yves Bousquet, Peter W. Messer
Primary Institution: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Central Experimental Farm, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Hypothesis
The purpose of this paper is to redescribe Stenolophus thoracicus and to discuss the structural differences between Stenolophus thoracicus and the other eastern species of the subgenus Agonoleptus.
Conclusion
Stenolophus thoracicus is revalidated as a distinct species based on structural differences from related species.
Supporting Evidence
- The species differs from other eastern species of the subgenus Agonoleptus in having a shorter metasternum and reduced wings.
- The dorsal habitus and median lobe of the aedeagus are illustrated.
- Nine specimens were dissected and their wings were reduced to tiny stubs.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a bug called Stenolophus thoracicus and found it is different from similar bugs because of its shorter body parts and tiny wings.
Methodology
The species was redescribed based on a study of the syntypes and several conspecific specimens from eastern North America.
Limitations
No information is available about the habitat requirements of the species.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
Want to read the original?
Access the complete publication on the publisher's website