Petalium alternatum
Ford, 1973
Petalium alternatum is a small in the Ptinidae, described by Ford in 1973. It belongs to a of deathwatch and spider beetles, though specific natural history details for this species remain poorly documented. Records indicate a North American distribution.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Petalium alternatum: /pɛˈtali.ʊm ˌɔltəˈneɪtəm/
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Distribution
North America
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Family placement
Taxonomic authorities differ on placement: GBIF lists Anobiidae, while iNaturalist and Wikipedia list Ptinidae. This reflects ongoing taxonomic debate regarding the circumscription of Ptinidae versus Anobiidae.