Serratispa


Serratispa is a genus of leaf beetles in the family Chrysomelidae. It is monotypic, being represented by the single species, Serratispa quadricosta, which is found in Brazil.

Description

Adults reach a length of about 4.3 mm. They are castaneous with paler yellowish markings and yellowish legs.

Etymology

The genus name is derived from Latin serratus plus -ispa. The species name is derived from Latin quadra plus costa and refers to the four lateral plicae on the elytra.

Taxonomy

The genus was initially placed in the tribe Sceloenoplini, but later moved to the tribe Imatidiini.