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Zelus Renardii
''Zelus renardii'', commonly known as the leaf hopper assassin bug, is a predacious insect contained within tribe Harpactorini. Diurnal and found on both wild and crop plants, ''Z. renardii'' has spread from its native habitats in western North and Central America into three other biogeographic regions across the globe. ''Zelus renardii'' is considered a sister species to '' Z. cervicalis'', as they share two unique characters: the lateral margins of dorsal phallothecal sclerite are recurved, and the medial process is strongly hooked apically. Distribution and spread Native The native range of ''Z. renardii'' extends over various climatic zones throughout mainland North and Central America at altitudes between 8m to 2000m above sea level. Native ranges include tropical, dry, semi-arid, arid, and Mediterranean climates. Additionally, ''Z. renardii'' also appears well suited to urban and disturbed areas, as it has been observed in suburban areas on both native and non-native ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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In Greek mythology, Zelus or Zelos (; Ancient Greek: Ζῆλος ''Zēlos,'' literally 'zeal') was the daimon that personifies dedication, emulation, eager rivalry, envy, jealousy, and zeal. The English word "zeal" is derived from his name. His Roman equivalent was Invidia. Family Zelus was the son of Pallas (the Titan) and Styx In Greek mythology, Styx (; grc, Στύξ ) is a river that forms the boundary between Earth (Gaia) and the Underworld. The rivers Acheron, Cocytus, Lethe, Phlegethon, and Styx all converge at the centre of the underworld on a great marsh, whic ... (an Oceanid). His siblings were Nike (mythology), Nike (Victory), Kratos (mythology), Kratos (Strength) and Bia (mythology), Bia (Force). Mythology Titanomachy Zelus together with his siblings were winged enforcers who stood in attendance at Zeus' throne and formed part of his retinue. Theogony : And Styx the daughter of Okeanos (Oceanus) was joined to Pallas and bare Zelos (Zelus, Emula ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
