Trichochrous aenescens
Trichochrous aenescens is a of soft-winged flower beetle in the Melyridae. The Trichochrous belongs to the Malachiinae, a group commonly known as soft-winged flower beetles or malachiid beetles. Members of this family are typically found in diverse and are often associated with flowers. The specific epithet "aenescens" refers to a bronze or coppery metallic coloration.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Trichochrous aenescens: //ˌtrɪkoʊ ˈkroʊrəs aɪˈnɛsɛnz//
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Taxonomic Note
The Trichochrous is part of the diverse Melyridae, which contains over 6,000 described worldwide. The family is characterized by soft, flexible and often bright or metallic coloration. Many melyrid beetles are found on flowers where they feed on pollen and small insects.