Melanispa
Genus of leaf beetles
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Melanispa is a genus of beetles belonging to the family Chrysomelidae.[1]
| Melanispa | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Coleoptera |
| Suborder: | Polyphaga |
| Infraorder: | Cucujiformia |
| Family: | Chrysomelidae |
| Subfamily: | Cassidinae |
| Tribe: | Imatidiini |
| Genus: | Melanispa Baly, 1858 |
Species
- Melanispa truncata Baly, 1858
- Melanispa bicolor Zayas, 1960
Taxonomy
Melanispa bicolor is known to not belong to this genus, but further study is needed to determine its correct placement.[2]