Metophthalmus americanus
Metophthalmus americanus is a minute beetle in the Latridiidae (plaster beetles). Members of this family are among the smallest beetles, with typically measuring less than 2 millimeters in length. The Metophthalmus contains associated with moist, decaying organic matter.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Metophthalmus americanus: //mɛtˈɒfθəlməs əˌmɛrɪˈkeɪnəs//
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Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- iNaturalist taxon
- Congratulations, UC Davis Linnaean Games Team: National Champs! | Bug Squad
- Oklahoma is More than OK for Burying Beetles
- Bug Eric: A Couple of Weirdos
- Emerald Ash Borer Infestation of White Fringetree Found to be Widespread
- North America’s itsiest bitsiest longhorned beetle | Beetles In The Bush
- Silphidae | Beetles In The Bush