Microzogus insolens

Fall, 1905

Microzogus insolens is a small described by Fall in 1905. It belongs to the Ptinidae (formerly treated as Anobiidae), a group commonly known as spider beetles or deathwatch beetles. The Microzogus contains relatively obscure species with limited documented natural history.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Microzogus insolens: //ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈzoʊ.ɡəs ˈɪnˌsoʊ.lɛnz//

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Distribution

North America. Records indicate presence in this region, though specific locality details are sparse.

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Family placement

This has been listed under both Anobiidae and Ptinidae in different sources. Current classifications generally recognize Ptinidae as a distinct , though some treatments maintain it as a (Ptininae) within Anobiidae.

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