Derodontus unidentatus

Lawrence, 1979

Derodontus unidentatus is a of tooth-necked in the Derodontidae. It was described by Lawrence in 1979. The species is known to occur in North America. Members of Derodontidae are associated with fungal substrates, though specific ecological details for this species remain limited.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Derodontus unidentatus: /dɛˈroʊdɔntəs ˌjuːnɪˈdɛntətəs/

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Identification

Derodontus unidentatus can be distinguished from other Derodontus by the specific characteristics of its unidentate (single-toothed) condition referenced in its species epithet. Accurate identification requires examination of specimens and comparison with the original species description by Lawrence (1979).

Distribution

North America

Similar Taxa

  • Other Derodontus speciesShare the same and require detailed morphological examination to distinguish, particularly regarding the structure of the or prosternal process referenced in the name

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Taxonomic history

Described by John F. Lawrence in 1979 as part of his revisionary work on the Derodontidae. The specific epithet 'unidentatus' refers to a single-toothed condition of a diagnostic morphological feature.

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