Atomaria

Stephens, 1829

silken fungus beetles

Species Guides

Atomaria apicalis(silken fungus beetle)
Atomaria atrata
Atomaria dispersa
Atomaria distincta
Atomaria ephippiata(Saddle Cloth Fungus Beetle)
Atomaria fuscata(silken fungus beetle)
Atomaria impressa
Atomaria lederi(silken fungus beetle)
Atomaria lewisi(silken fungus beetle)

Atomaria is a of silken fungus beetles in the Cryptophagidae, comprising more than 160 described . These small beetles are associated with fungal and are part of the diverse fauna found in decaying organic matter. The genus was established by Stephens in 1829 and remains taxonomically active with ongoing species descriptions.

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Atomaria lewisi Reitter, 1877 Syn.- Atomaria lewisii Reitter, 1877 (12641564173) by Udo Schmidt from Deutschland. Used under a CC BY-SA 2.0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Atomaria: //ˌætəˈmɛəriə//

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Habitat

Associated with fungal substrates, particularly in decaying organic matter, rotting wood, and other environments where fungi proliferate.

Distribution

Widespread; occur across multiple continents with records from North America, Europe, and other regions. Specific distribution patterns vary by species.

Similar Taxa

CryptophagusBoth belong to Cryptophagidae and share similar small body size and association with fungal ; Atomaria typically have more pronounced silken appearance and different antennal structure.
Silken fungus beetles (family Cryptophagidae)Atomaria is distinguished within the by specific morphological features including body shape and antennal club structure, though detailed identification requires microscopic examination.