Lichenophanes californicus
(Horn, 1878)
horned powder-post beetle
Lichenophanes californicus is a of in the , first described by Horn in 1878. The species is found in North America. Like other members of the Lichenophanes, it is characterized by horn-like projections on the . The family Bostrichidae includes wood-boring , many of which are known for their ability to damage seasoned wood and wooden structures.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lichenophanes californicus: /ˌlaɪkəˈnɒfəniːz ˌkælɪˈfɔrnɪkəs/
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Identification
Distinguished from other by the presence of horns on the , placing it in the Lichenophanes. Specific identification features distinguishing L. californicus from are not documented in available sources.
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Distribution
North America
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
- Encyrtid Holdings | Entomology Research Museum
- California Has No State Bee--Yet! | Bug Squad
- Bohart Museum: Learn about California's State Insect on UC Davis Picnic Day | Bug Squad
- Grasshoppers of Colorado
- Grasshoppers of Colorado
- Sex Attraction Pheromone Improves Detection of a Threatened Beetle