Distremocephalus californicus
(Van Dyke, 1918)
glowworm beetle
Distremocephalus californicus is a of glowworm beetle in the Phengodidae, first described by Van Dyke in 1918. It is one of approximately 30 species in the Distremocephalus, which is restricted to the Western Hemisphere. The species occurs in both Central America and North America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Distremocephalus californicus: //dɪˌstrɛm.oʊˈsɛf.ələs ˌkæl.ɪˈfɔr.nɪ.kəs//
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Distribution
Central America and North America. GBIF records indicate presence in Middle America and North America.
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Taxonomic notes
The Distremocephalus is part of the tribe Mastinocerini within the Phengodinae. in this genus are characterized by reduced or absent in females, a trait common among glowworm beetles where females remain .
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
- Encyrtid Holdings | Entomology Research Museum
- California Has No State Bee--Yet! | Bug Squad
- Bohart Museum: Learn about California's State Insect on UC Davis Picnic Day | Bug Squad
- Grasshoppers of Colorado
- Grasshoppers of Colorado
- Sex Attraction Pheromone Improves Detection of a Threatened Beetle