Toramus pulchellus

(LeConte, 1863)

Beautiful Pleasing Fungus Beetle

Toramus pulchellus is a minute of pleasing fungus beetle in the Erotylidae. measure only 1.3–1.6 mm in length and exhibit variable coloration from yellow-brown to dark. The species occurs across North America and is associated with fungal , consistent with the feeding of the family.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Toramus pulchellus: /ˈtɔːraməs pʊlˈkɛləs/

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Distribution

North America, with records from Canada (Ontario, Québec) and the United States.

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