Lycoperdina ferruginea

LeConte, 1824

handsome fungus beetle

Lycoperdina ferruginea is a of handsome fungus beetle in the Endomychidae. It is found in North America. The species was first described by J.E. LeConte in 1824. As a member of Endomychidae, it is associated with fungal .

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Lycoperdina ferruginea: //ˌlaɪkoʊpərˈdaɪnə ˌfɛruˈdʒiːniə//

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Habitat

Associated with fungal , as characteristic of the Endomychidae (handsome fungus beetles).

Distribution

North America, with records from Canadian provinces including Alberta, British Columbia, and Manitoba.

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Taxonomic History

First described by J.E. LeConte in 1824. The Lycoperdina is part of the Endomychidae, commonly known as handsome fungus beetles.

Observation Data

As of available records, iNaturalist shows 64 observations of this , indicating it is documented but not frequently encountered.