Synonyms and other taxonomic changes
Myzia LeConte 1852 (in part)
Numbers
4 spp. in our area, 6 total
Size
7.2-10.5 mm
(1); the largest coccinellids of our fauna
Identification
Patch of fine, short hairs at rear of each elytron. Antennae with 10 segments, terminating in triangular club. Meso- and metatibia each with 2 spurs. Tarsal claw with large, subquadrate basal tooth.
Range
in NA, across the north (AK-NF)
(2) to NM-SC
Food
Mostly aphids, but also caterpillars and sawfly larvae, especially those in trees.
Remarks
Adults darken with age. The oldest individuals may appear to have no black spots because the base color is so dark.
Print References
McKenzie H.L. (1936) An anatomical and systematic study of the genus Anatis of America. U. Cal. Publ. Entomol. 6(10): 263-272.