Endecatomus
Mellié, 1847
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2Endecatomus is a of beetles and the sole member of the Endecatomidae. The genus contains at least four described distributed across the Holarctic region. Both and larvae feed on the fruiting bodies of bracket fungi. The family was formerly classified as a of Ciidae or Bostrichidae.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Endecatomus: /ɛnˌdɛkəˈtoʊməs/
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Habitat
Found in environments where bracket fungi (polypore fungi) occur, typically on dead or decaying wood.
Distribution
Holarctic region.
Diet
and larvae feed on the fruiting bodies of bracket fungus, creating bored cavities as they feed.
Host Associations
- bracket fungus - food sourceBoth and larvae feed on fruiting bodies
Behavior
Creates bored cavities in bracket fungus fruiting bodies during feeding.
Ecological Role
Decomposer; contributes to nutrient cycling through consumption of fungal fruiting bodies.
Similar Taxa
- CiidaeFormerly classified as a of Ciidae; distinguished by -level status as Endecatomidae based on morphological and phylogenetic differences.
- BostrichidaeFormerly treated as a of Bostrichidae; now recognized as distinct Endecatomidae.
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Taxonomic History
Endecatomidae was formerly treated as a (Endecatominae) within Ciidae or Bostrichidae before being elevated to rank.
Species Diversity
At least four described : Endecatomus dorsalis, E. lanatus, E. reticulatus, and E. rugosus.