Mycotretus nigromanicatus
Boyle, 1954
Mycotretus nigromanicatus is a of pleasing fungus beetle in the Erotylidae, described by Boyle in 1954. It occurs in the southwestern United States and Mexico. The species closely resembles Mycotretus bistrigatus in body shape and coloration, and their taxonomic relationship remains uncertain.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Mycotretus nigromanicatus: //ˌmaɪkoʊˈtriːtəs ˌnɪɡroʊˌmænɪˈkɑːtəs//
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Identification
Closely resembles Mycotretus bistrigatus in body shape and coloration. Definitive distinguishing features between these two have not been established in available literature.
Distribution
Southwestern United States and Mexico.
Similar Taxa
- Mycotretus bistrigatusShares similar body shape and coloration; possibly closely related or synonymous
More Details
Taxonomic uncertainty
The close resemblance to Mycotretus bistrigatus has raised questions about whether these two are distinct or synonymous. No published resolution of this question was found in available sources.