Astaena aliena
Species of beetle
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Astaena aliena is a species of beetle of the family Scarabaeidae.[1] It is found in Mexico (Veracruz).[2][3]
| Astaena aliena | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Coleoptera |
| Suborder: | Polyphaga |
| Infraorder: | Scarabaeiformia |
| Family: | Scarabaeidae |
| Genus: | Astaena |
| Species: | A. aliena |
| Binomial name | |
| Astaena aliena Lago, 2021 | |
Description
Etymology
The name of the species reflects the fact that the author believes it to be alien to Mexico.[3]