Diplocoelus rudis
LeConte, 1863
false skin beetle
Diplocoelus rudis is a of in the Biphyllidae. It was described by LeConte in 1863. The species is found in North America, though specific details about its and remain poorly documented in available literature. As a member of the Biphyllidae family, it belongs to a small group of beetles commonly known as false skin beetles, which are associated with fungi and decaying organic matter.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Diplocoelus rudis: /ˌdɪploʊˈsiːləs ˈruːdɪs/
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Distribution
North America
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Taxonomic history
Described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1863, a prominent American entomologist who described thousands of North American during the 19th century.
Family characteristics
Members of Biphyllidae are small beetles, typically 1.5–3 mm in length, with clubbed . They are commonly found under bark, in decaying wood, or in association with fungi. The contains approximately 200 worldwide, with most species found in tropical and subtropical regions.