Microphotus decarthrus
Fall, 1912
Microphotus decarthrus is a of firefly described by Fall in 1912. It belongs to the Microphotus, a group of fireflies characterized by reduced or absent light-producing organs in . The species is known from North America, though specific details about its and remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Microphotus decarthrus: /maɪˈkroʊfəˌtəs dɪˈkɑːrθrəs/
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Distribution
North America. Specific range boundaries within this region are not well documented.
Behavior
Members of the Microphotus are notable for being non- as , a trait that distinguishes them from many other firefly genera. This presumably shares this characteristic, though direct observations have not been documented.
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Genus Characteristics
Microphotus is a of fireflies in which lack functional light organs. This distinguishes the genus from most other lampyrids, which use for mating signals.