Atomaria dispersa

(Casey, 1900)

Atomaria dispersa is a of silken fungus beetle in the Cryptophagidae, first described by Casey in 1900. The Atomaria contains numerous small beetles commonly associated with fungal growth and decaying organic matter. Species in this family are typically found in moist microhabitats where fungi proliferate.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Atomaria dispersa: /ˌætəˈmɛəriə dɪˈspɜːrsə/

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Habitat

Moist microhabitats with fungal growth, decaying organic matter.

Distribution

North America.

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