Diphyllostoma nigricolle
Fall, 1912
A small scarab beetle in the Diphyllostomatidae, a rare and poorly known group to western North America. The was described by Fall in 1912 and is distinguished by its dark (black) neck or collar region, as indicated by its specific epithet. Members of this family are among the most enigmatic beetles, with very few specimens collected and limited biological data available.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Diphyllostoma nigricolle: //ˌdɪfɪloʊˈstoʊmə ˌnɪɡrɪˈkɒle//
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Distribution
Western North America; specific range details are poorly documented due to scarcity of collections.