Nephus roepkei
species of insect
Nephus roepkei is a species of beetle of the family Coccinellidae. It is a widespread species which was first described from Java. Other records include and China (Guangdong).
Description
Adults reach a length of about 1.8 mm. Adults have a dark brown head. The pronotum is dark brown with a reddish brown anterior margin and anterolateral angle. The elytron is dark brown with a yellowish brown apex and a yellowish spot.
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