Larvae of theGonioctenasubgenusSpartoxena: description of mature larvae ofG. leprieuriandG. aegrota(Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae: Chrysomelinae)

Abstract

AbstractMature larvae ofGonioctena leprieuri(Pic) andGonioctena aegrota(Fabricius) are described and illustrated for the first time, based on specimens collected onGenistaspp. (Fabaceae) in Spain. A key to known larvae of subgenusSpartoxenaMotschulsky is provided. Diagnostic characters for the identification of species within this subgenus are shape of labrum, arrangement of microtrichia of epipharynx, shape of tarsal claws, and numbers of tubercles on abdominal segments. Notes on distributions and host plants are provided.