Microclytus
LeConte, 1873
Species Guides
2Microclytus is a of longhorn beetles (Cerambycidae) established by LeConte in 1873. The genus contains two recognized : Microclytus compressicollis and Microclytus gazellula. It belongs to the tribe Anaglyptini within the Cerambycinae. Records of this genus are relatively sparse, with limited observational data available.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Microclytus: /maɪˈkrɒklɪtəs/
These audio files are automatically generated. While they are not always 100% accurate, they are a good starting point.
Identification
Microclytus are small cerambycine beetles. Members of the tribe Anaglyptini typically exhibit compact body forms with relatively short compared to many other longhorn beetles. Specific diagnostic features for Microclytus require examination of genitalia and detailed morphological characters not readily summarized from available sources.
Images
Distribution
The is known from North America. Microclytus compressicollis has been recorded from the eastern United States, while Microclytus gazellula has a broader distribution across eastern and central North America.
Similar Taxa
- AnaglyptusBoth belong to the tribe Anaglyptini and share the compact body form and relatively short characteristic of this group. Anaglyptus may be distinguished by antennal and pronotal features.
- GlyptoceraAnother in Anaglyptini with similar overall . Differences in elytral and antennal segment ratios may separate these .
More Details
Taxonomic status
GBIF flags the status as 'DOUBTFUL', suggesting potential taxonomic uncertainty or need for revision. The Catalogue of Life accepts the name as valid.