Onthophilus intermixtus
Helava, 1978
clown beetle
Onthophilus intermixtus is a of clown beetle in the Histeridae, described by Helava in 1978. It belongs to the Onthophilus, which contains species known for their compact bodies and association with decomposing matter. The species is documented from Arizona, USA. Members of this genus are generally predatory, though specific feeding habits for this species have not been detailed.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Onthophilus intermixtus: //ˌɒnθəˈfaɪləs ˌɪntərˈmɪkstəs//
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Distribution
Documented from Arizona, USA. Presence indicated in North America generally, with specific records from the southwestern United States.
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Fossil relatives
A Cretaceous fossil relative, Cretonthophilus tuberculatus, was described from 99 million-year-old Burmese amber. This fossil shares characteristics with modern Onthophilus and provides evidence for the long evolutionary history of this lineage.