Dichelotarsus piniphilus
(Eschscholtz, 1830)
Treehugger Soldier Beetle
Dichelotarsus piniphilus, commonly known as the Treehugger , is a of soldier beetle in the . It is distributed across multiple provinces of Canada including Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia. The species is associated with coniferous , as suggested by its specific epithet 'piniphilus' (pine-loving).
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dichelotarsus piniphilus: //ˌdaɪkɪloʊˈtɑrsəs pɪˈnɪfɪləs//
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Habitat
Associated with coniferous forests, particularly pine-dominated as indicated by the specific epithet 'piniphilus'.
Distribution
Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia.
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Etymology
The specific epithet 'piniphilus' derives from Latin 'pinus' (pine) and Greek 'philos' (loving), referring to the ' apparent association with pine trees.