Philoxenus
Mazur, 1991
Philoxenus is a of clown in the , described by Mazur in 1991. The genus is classified within the Saprininae. Its sole known , Philoxenus desertorum, is currently treated as a synonym of Hypocaccus desertorum. The genus name derives from Greek, meaning "lover of foreigners" or "hospitable".
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Taxonomic Status
The Philoxenus has doubtful taxonomic status according to GBIF. Its Philoxenus desertorum Mazur, 1991 is listed as a synonym of Hypocaccus desertorum (Marseul, 1855) in the Catalogue of Life.
Etymology
The name Philoxenus is derived from Greek φιλόξενος (philoxenos), meaning "lover of foreigners" or "hospitable". This name was historically used for several prominent ancient Greeks, including grammarians, poets, and rulers.