Eleodes wenzeli Blaisdell, 1925

Triplehorn, Charles A., Thomas, Donald B. & Rile, Edward G., 2009, The Genus Eleodes Eschscholtz (Coleoptera: Tenebrionidae) In Texas, The Coleopterists Bulletin 63 (4), pp. 413-437 : 420

Eleodes wenzeli Blaisdell, 1925

(Fig. 6, Map 3)

Diagnosis. This species may be recognized by its smooth, finely sculptured integument and deep black, alutaceous luster. It is similar to E. pedinoides in having the elytral disc flattened. Length: 17–21 mm.

Distribution. Known only from high elevations in west Texas (Chisos, Davis, and Guadalupe Mountains). The type specimens were collected by H.A. Wenzel in the Chisos Mountains of Big Bend National Park. Eleodes speculicollis Blaisdell, 1925 , described from the Davis Mountains, is a synonym.