Horistonotus

Candèze, 1860

Species Guides

Horistonotus is a of click beetles ( Elateridae) established by Candèze in 1860. The genus contains distributed in the Americas, with at least one described species, Horistonotus angustifrons (Casari, 2011). As a member of Elateridae, species in this genus possess the characteristic clicking mechanism used for righting themselves when overturned.

Horistonotus curiatus by (c) skitterbug, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by skitterbug. Used under a CC-BY license.

Horistonotus gracilis by (c) Trevor Van Loon, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Trevor Van Loon. Used under a CC-BY license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Horistonotus: /hɔˌrɪstoʊˈnoʊtəs/

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Distribution

of Horistonotus are found in the Americas. Specific range details are limited due to sparse species-level documentation.

Similar Taxa

ConoderusBoth are within Elateridae with New World distributions; Horistonotus may be distinguished by specific pronotal and elytral characteristics, though detailed comparative studies are limited.
AgriotesAnother elaterid with superficially similar body form; Horistonotus tend to have more elongated body proportions and distinct antennal structure.