Protheca hispida
LeConte, 1865
Protheca hispida is a small in the Ptinidae (spider beetles and related groups), first described by LeConte in 1865. The species is known from North America, though specific details about its and remain poorly documented. Like other members of Ptinidae, it is likely associated with dry organic matter, but direct observations are sparse.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Protheca hispida: /proʊˈθiːkə ˈhɪspɪdə/
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Distribution
North America. Records indicate presence on the continent, but specific range boundaries are not well documented.
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Family placement note
Protheca hispida has been variously placed in Anobiidae or Ptinidae depending on classification system used. GBIF lists Anobiidae, while iNaturalist and Wikipedia list Ptinidae. This reflects ongoing taxonomic debate about the circumscription of these .