Biology:Katkispa
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Katkispa is a genus of leaf beetles in the family Chrysomelidae. It is monotypic, being represented by the single species, Katkispa elongata, which is found in Venezuela.[1]
Description
Adults reach a length of about 4 mm. They are reddish brown, while the pronotum is amber and the elytron is metallic blue-grey.
Etymology
This genus is dedicated to the girlfriend of the author, Katka Štajerová and is derived from her first name and the generic name Hispa.[2]
References
- ↑ Staines, C.L. (2012). "Hispines of the World: Tribe Imatidiini". USDA/APHIS/PPQ Science and Technology and National Natural History Museum.. https://naturalhistory.si.edu/sites/default/files/media/file/imatidiini2015k.pdf.
- ↑ Sekerka, L. (2014). "Review of Imatidiini genera (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae: Cassidinae).". Acta Entomologica Musei Nationalis Pragae 54 (1): 257–314. https://www.aemnp.eu/data/article-1502/1483-54_1_257.pdf. Retrieved September 7, 2025.
Wikidata ☰ Q62118506 entry
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