Hyperechia bifasciata Grünberg 1907

Thorax with band of pale hairs on the posterior margin. Tergites I and II of abdomen with yellow or white pilosity; tergites II-VII of abdomen without hairs on side or ventral surface. Cheeks with black hairs.

Original description:
https://www.zobodat.at/pdf/Deutsche-Ent-Zeitschrift_1907_0515-0524.pdf

Key:
https://journals.co.za/doi/pdf/10.10520/AJA00128789_3712

Distribution: Tanzania; Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Congo

iNat observation:
https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/195271383 (a new record for Namibia!)

Posted on January 11, 2024 03:24 PM by traianbertau