Charaphloeus convexulus
(LeConte, 1879)
lined flat bark beetle
Charaphloeus convexulus is a of lined flat bark beetle in the Laemophloeidae, a group of small beetles adapted for living under bark. The species is found in North America, with records from Canada (New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Ontario). As with other members of Laemophloeidae, it is presumed to inhabit dead or dying wood where it likely feeds on fungal or other microorganisms, though specific biological details remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Charaphloeus convexulus: //ˌkærəˈfloʊjuːs kɒnˈvɛksjʊləs//
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Habitat
Associated with dead or dying wood; found under bark of trees.
Distribution
North America: recorded from Canada (New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario).
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Taxonomic note
The specific epithet 'convexulus' refers to the somewhat convex body shape. The Charaphloeus was historically placed in Cucujidae but is now recognized in Laemophloeidae.
Data limitations
This is known from few specimens and observations; most aspects of its remain undocumented in published literature.