Silvanus planatus
Germar, 1824
Plain Silvan Flat Bark Beetle
Silvanus planatus is a of silvanid flat bark beetle in the Silvanidae. It is found in North America and Oceania. The species was described by Germar in 1824. Very little specific biological information is available for this species.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Silvanus planatus: /sɪlˈvænəs pləˈneɪtəs/
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Distribution
North America and Oceania. Specific records include Alberta, Canada.
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Taxonomic notes
The was originally described by Germar in 1824. GBIF records confirm presence in North America and Oceania, with specific occurrence data from Alberta, Canada.
Data limitations
Despite being a described with confirmed distribution records, detailed biological information for Silvanus planatus appears sparse in available sources. Only 4 observations are recorded in iNaturalist.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
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