Airora

Reitter, 1876

Species Guides

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Airora is a of beetles in the Trogossitidae, established by Reitter in 1876. Members of this family are commonly known as bark-gnawing beetles. The genus is poorly documented in public sources, with limited -level information available. Airora species are presumed to share the general ecological habits of Trogossitidae, which are associated with dead wood and fungal decay.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Airora: /aɪˈɒrə/

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Habitat

Associated with dead wood and decaying plant material, consistent with Trogossitidae .

Ecological Role

Members of Trogossitidae contribute to wood decomposition and nutrient cycling in forest .

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