Lyctus caribeanus
Lesne, 1931
Lyctus caribeanus is a powder-post beetle in the Bostrichidae, first described by Lesne in 1931. The is known from the Caribbean, Central America, and North America. As a member of the Lyctus, it belongs to a group of beetles associated with wood degradation. Specific biological details for this species remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lyctus caribeanus: //ˈlɪktəs ˌkaɹɪˈbiːənəs//
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Distribution
Caribbean Sea region, Central America, and North America. Distribution records indicate presence in the Caribbean and Middle America.
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Taxonomic Note
The specific epithet is spelled 'caribeanus' (not 'caribbeanus'), following the original description by Lesne (1931).