Porrostoma rufipenne
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Coleoptera |
| Suborder: | Polyphaga |
| Infraorder: | Elateriformia |
| Family: | Lycidae |
| Genus: | Porrostoma |
| Species: | P. rufipenne
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| Binomial name | |
| Porrostoma rufipenne Fabricius 1801
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Porrostoma rufipenne is a species of beetle in the genus Porrostoma.[1] It was first described by Johan Christian Fabricius in 1801.
Description
It is of medium size, and is a bright red or orange colour with thick antennae containing "leaves" along them.[2]
Range
It is found in Australia and New Zealand.
Ecology
Their bright colors may serve as a warning to potential predators.[3]
References
- ^ "Red-winged Lycid (Porrostoma rufipenne)". iNaturalist. Retrieved 20 April 2024.
- ^ Fox, Kenneth John. "Beetle, Red winged lycid beetles". Puke Ariki. New Plymouth District Council. Retrieved 20 April 2024.
- ^ "Fauna of New Zealand" (PDF). landcareresearch.co.nz. Landcare Research Representatives. Retrieved 20 April 2024.