Porrostoma rufipenne

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Porrostoma rufipenne
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Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Coleoptera
Family: Lycidae
Genus: Porrostoma
Species:
P. rufipenne
Binomial name
Porrostoma rufipenne
Fabricius 1801

Porrostoma rufipenne is a species of beetle in the genus Porrostoma . [1] It was first described by Johan Christian Fabricius in 1801.

Description

It is of medium size, and is a bright red or orange colour with thick antennae containing "leaves" along them. [2]

Range

It is found in Australia and New Zealand.

Ecology

Their bright colors may serve as a warning to potential predators. [3]

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References

  1. "Red-winged Lycid (Porrostoma rufipenne)". iNaturalist. Retrieved 20 April 2024.
  2. Fox, Kenneth John. "Beetle, Red winged lycid beetles". Puke Ariki. New Plymouth District Council. Retrieved 20 April 2024.
  3. "Fauna of New Zealand" (PDF). landcareresearch.co.nz. Landcare Research Representatives. Retrieved 20 April 2024.