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Aegomorphus morrisi
Classification
Diagnostic Features of Larvae
- Larva. Form very much more robust than in others of the genus; pubescence much coarser, stiff and very much sparser. Mandible shorter and more robust. Prothorax more chitinized on sides; posterior two-thirds of pronotum rugulose, dull, covered with sparse velvety pubescence. Ampullar tubercles very large. Spiracles very large and peritreme very strongly chitinized. Adapted from Craighead (1923).
Biology and Economic Importance
- Members of this tribe are known from various host plant families and several species are considered economically important. Species of this tribe are potentially invasive outside their native range.
Selected References to Larvae Specimens
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