Scymnomorphus apterus

Scymnomorphus apterus is a species of beetle of the family Coccinellidae. It is found in Mexico, although it was described from Texas, based on specimens found on imported orchids.

Description

Adults reach a length of about 1 mm. Adults are similar to Scymnomorphus orchidion, but the pronotum has extremely fine, nearly invisible punctures.

Etymology

The species name is a Latin adjective referring to the wingless condition.