G. it. Ent., 7 (38): 165-179
December 31, 1994
A new species of the genus Ethon Laporte & Gory,
with observations on its biology and host plants
(Coleoptera: Buprestidae)
by
T. J. HAWKESWOOD & J. R. TURNER
Abstract - Ethon jessicae sp. nov. (Coleoptera: Buprestidae: Coraebini) is described from specimens collected from several localities in central eastern New South Wales, Australia during 1993 and 1994. Observations on its habitat, biology and host plants are provided. Its larval and adult food plants are listed and compared with those of other Ethon species. A key to the species of Ethon presently known from New South Wales is also provided.
