Ptinomorphus

Mulsant & Rey, 1868

Species Guides

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Ptinomorphus is a of beetles in the Ptinidae, first described by Mulsant & Rey in 1868. The genus contains nine recognized distributed across Europe, Japan, and North America. Members of this genus are often referred to as spider beetles or deathwatch beetles, reflecting their placement within the broader Ptinidae family. The genus has been subject to taxonomic revision, with species transferred between related genera over time.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Ptinomorphus: /ˌptɪnoʊˈmɔːrfəs/

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Distribution

Recorded from Europe (Denmark, Norway, Sweden), Japan, and North America. GBIF distribution records confirm presence in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.

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