Stephanopachys asperulus
(Casey, 1898)
horned powder-post beetle
Stephanopachys asperulus is a small in the Bostrichidae, commonly referred to as a horned powder-post beetle. It is native to North America. As a member of the Bostrichidae family, it is associated with wood-boring habits, though specific ecological details for this remain limited in published literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Stephanopachys asperulus: /ˌstɛfəˈnoʊˌpækɪs æˈspɛrjələs/
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Distribution
North America
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Taxonomic placement
Placed in Dinoderinae within Bostrichidae. The Stephanopachys contains characterized by distinctive horn-like projections on the pronotum in males, though specific morphological features of S. asperulus require direct examination of specimens.
Name etymology
The specific epithet 'asperulus' derives from Latin, meaning 'somewhat rough' or 'slightly harsh', likely referring to surface texture of the .