Caenoscelis basalis
Casey, 1900
silken fungus beetle
Caenoscelis basalis is a of silken fungus beetle in the Cryptophagidae. It was described by Casey in 1900. The species is known from North America, with records from Canada including Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, and Ontario. As a member of Cryptophagidae, it is associated with fungal environments, though specific ecological details remain limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Caenoscelis basalis: //ˌkæɪnəˈskiːlɪs bəˈsælɪs//
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Distribution
North America. Documented occurrences include Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, and Ontario in Canada.
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Taxonomic note
The Caenoscelis is part of the Cryptophagidae, commonly known as silken fungus beetles. Members of this family are typically small beetles associated with fungi, mold, and decaying plant matter.