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Rhyzobius lophanthae maybe - Rhyzobius lophanthae
Copyright © 2011 Chris Mallory

Rhyzobius lophanthae maybe - Rhyzobius lophanthae
Long Beach, Los Angeles County, California, USA
June 16, 2011
Size: 8mm or so
Many adult Rhyzobius lophanthae were found on a particular tree, and after Abigail posted photos of the larvae I was able to find many larvae as well. Looks like it's a match to me but would like expert confirmation. Would add larva photos to BugGuide :)

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Contributed by Chris Mallory on 16 June, 2011 - 6:03pm
Last updated 24 October, 2014 - 10:20am

Nicely done, Chris!
Excellent larval addition to the site! Good work and nice, clear photos.

I'm going to definitely keep my eyes open for this one now that I know what it looks like.
… Harsi S. Parker, 7 July, 2011 - 6:24pm

Moved
Moved from Lady Beetles. Excellent, thanks a lot Abigail :)
… Chris Mallory, 16 June, 2011 - 6:15pm

yes, R. lophanthae!
Great work, that is it to a T. After getting home I was able to check my coccinellid larval key, and the arrangement of setae and tubercules is a perfect match. It's been a banner day for R. lophanthae on BugGuide!
… Abigail Parker, 16 June, 2011 - 6:13pm

 
now this is fantastic, guys!
thanks for closing the case
… v belov, 16 June, 2011 - 6:15pm

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