Apsectus hispidus

(Melsheimer, 1844)

Apsectus hispidus is a small in the , distributed across North America. The belongs to a of associated with decomposing material. Limited biological data are available for this species specifically.

Classification of the Dermestidae (larder, hide, and carpet beetles) based on larval characters - with a key to the North American genera (1943) (20469206429) by Rees, Bryant E. (Bryant Eugene), 1912-. Used under a No restrictions license.Classification of the Dermestidae (larder, hide, and carpet beetles) based on larval characters - with a key to the North American genera (1943) (20655956195) by Rees, Bryant E. (Bryant Eugene), 1912-. Used under a No restrictions license.Classification of the Dermestidae (larder, hide, and carpet beetles) based on larval characters - with a key to the North American genera (1943) (20655960255) by Rees, Bryant E. (Bryant Eugene), 1912-. Used under a No restrictions license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Apsectus hispidus: /æpˈsɛktəs hɪˈspaɪdəs/

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Distribution

North America. Specific locality records are sparse; the has been documented in the United States and Canada.

Similar Taxa

  • Anthrenus spp.Similar small size and general body form as in ; Anthrenus typically show more distinct patterned coloration on
  • Trogoderma spp. of comparable size; Trogoderma often have more elongated body shape and different structure

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