Henoticus californicus

(Mannerheim, 1843)

silken fungus beetle

Henoticus californicus is a of silken fungus beetle in the Cryptophagidae, first described by Mannerheim in 1843. Despite its species epithet suggesting California origins, it has a notably broad geographic distribution spanning three continents. The species belongs to a family of beetles commonly associated with fungal environments.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Henoticus californicus: /hɛˈnɒtɪkəs ˌkælɪˈfɔːrnɪkəs/

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Distribution

Central America, North America, and Europe. Specific countries with records include Belgium.

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Nomenclature note

The epithet 'californicus' reflects the type locality where the species was first described, but this is not indicative of its current restricted distribution. The species has since been documented across multiple continents.

Family characteristics

Cryptophagidae, the silken fungus beetles, are a of small beetles typically found in association with fungi, mold, and decaying organic matter. Members of this family are generally small, often less than 5 mm in length, with somewhat flattened bodies.