Tritoma biguttata

(Say, 1825)

Two-spotted Pleasing Fungus Beetle

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Tritoma biguttata is a of pleasing fungus beetle in the Erotylidae, native to North America. The "Two-spotted Pleasing Fungus Beetle" refers to its characteristic color pattern. It is one of two recognized , with T. b. biguttata and T. b. affinis described from different regions.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Tritoma biguttata: //traɪˈtoʊmə baɪˈɡʌtəˌtɑː//

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Distribution

North America

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Taxonomic Status

GBIF lists the taxonomic status of Tritoma biguttata as "DOUBTFUL", suggesting potential taxonomic uncertainty or need for revision.

Subspecies

Two are recognized: Tritoma biguttata biguttata (Say, 1825) and Tritoma biguttata affinis Lacordaire, 1842.

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