Stephanopachys rugosus

(Olivier, 1795)

horned powder-post beetle

Stephanopachys rugosus is a of horned powder-post beetle in the Bostrichidae. The species has been documented across three continents: Africa, Australia, and North America. It is one of approximately 20 species in the Stephanopachys, which are characterized by their association with wood-boring habits typical of the Bostrichidae family.

Stephanopachys rugosus by Sarah McCaffrey, Museum Victoria. Used under a CC BY 3.0 au license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Stephanopachys rugosus: /ˌstɛfənoʊˈpækɪs ruˈɡoʊsəs/

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Distribution

Africa; Australia; North America. GBIF records confirm presence in Africa and Australia.

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Taxonomic history

Originally described by Olivier in 1795. The epithet 'rugosus' refers to the wrinkled or rough surface texture characteristic of this .

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