Zarhipis truncaticeps

Fall, 1923

Zarhipis truncaticeps is a of glowworm beetle in the Phengodidae, described by Fall in 1923. The Zarhipis comprises bioluminescent beetles whose larvae and females are commonly known as glowworms. This species belongs to a group of beetles in which adult females retain a larval-like form () and are flightless. The species has been documented from North America, including Mexico.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Zarhipis truncaticeps: /ˈzɑːr.hɪ.pɪs trʌŋˈkæt.ɪ.sɛps/

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Distribution

Recorded from North America, including Mexico. Specific locality details beyond this regional distribution are not well documented in available sources.

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