Bothrideres geminatus
(Say, 1826)
Bothrideres geminatus is a of dry bark beetle in the Bothrideridae. The species is found in North America, with records from Ontario, Canada and the United States. Its larvae develop under dry bark of dead trees, where they function as of Chrysobothris larvae. The species is part of a family whose members are predominantly parasitoids of wood-boring insects.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Bothrideres geminatus: /bɒθrɪˈdɪəriːz dʒɛmɪˈneɪtəs/
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Habitat
Larvae occur under dry bark of dead trees. Specific tree associations are not documented, but the is characterized by dead wood with intact bark providing cover.
Distribution
North America, including Ontario, Canada and the United States.
Host Associations
- Chrysobothris - of larvaeLarvae of Bothrideres geminatus parasitize larvae of Chrysobothris beetles under dry bark of dead trees.
Life Cycle
Larval stage develops under dry bark of dead trees. Specific details regarding placement, , or are not documented.
Ecological Role
of wood-boring beetles. The contributes to of Chrysobothris beetles in dead wood .