Thalycra
Erichson, 1843
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2Thalycra is a of sap-feeding beetles in the Nitidulidae, established by Erichson in 1843. The genus contains at least 20 described . These beetles are attracted to lights at night and are associated with fermenting plant materials.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Thalycra: /ˈθælɪkrə/
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Identification
Thalycra are distinguished from other nitidulid by their membership in the tribe Nitidulini. As sap beetles, they share the characteristics of short with clubbed tips and compact, oval to elongated bodies. Species-level identification requires examination of specific morphological characters not detailed in available sources.
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Habitat
Thalycra has been observed in dry, mixed conifer forest with oak components at elevations around 7,000 feet. The is attracted to artificial light sources at night.
Distribution
Documented from Denmark (DK), Norway (NO), and Sweden (SE). Observations in North America include New Mexico, USA.
Seasonality
have been observed in late August in North American .
Diet
Sap-feeding; attracted to fermenting sap, fruits, and similar substances.
Behavior
are and attracted to blacklights and porch lights. They are known to frequent fermenting plant materials.
Human Relevance
Thalycra may be encountered during insect surveys using light traps. They are not known to be economically significant pests.
Similar Taxa
- Other Nitidulidae generaShare the 'sap beetle' and attraction to fermenting materials and lights, but differ in specific morphological characters and tribal placement within Nitidulinae.
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Taxonomic history
The was established by Wilhelm Ferdinand Erichson in 1843 and is classified in the tribe Nitidulini within Nitidulinae.