Endomychus biguttatus

Say, 1824

Two-spotted Handsome Fungus Beetle

Endomychus biguttatus is a of handsome fungus beetle in the Endomychidae. It is known from North America, with records from Canada (Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland) and the United States. The species is characterized by two distinct spots on its , reflected in both its specific epithet and .

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Endomychus biguttatus: //ɛnˈdɒmɪkəs baɪˈɡʌteɪtəs//

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Identification

Distinguished from other Endomychidae by the presence of two prominent spots on the , as indicated by the specific epithet 'biguttatus' (meaning 'two-spotted'). The 'Two-spotted Handsome Fungus Beetle' directly references this diagnostic feature.

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Distribution

North America. Documented from Canadian provinces: Manitoba, New Brunswick, and Newfoundland.

Similar Taxa

Other Endomychus speciesMay share general body form and preferences; E. biguttatus specifically distinguished by two elytral spots
Other Endomychidae members share association with fungi; spot pattern distinguishes this