Bolbocerosoma elongatum
Howden, 1955
Bolbocerosoma elongatum is an earth-boring in the , described by Howden in 1955. It is a member of the Bolboceratinae, a group characterized by (burrowing) habits. The is known from North America, with records from Texas. Like other members of its , it exhibits the typical earth-boring adapted for digging in soil.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Bolbocerosoma elongatum: /bɔl.boʊ.sɛ.roʊˈsoʊ.mə ɛˌlɒŋˈɡeɪ.təm/
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Distribution
North America; specifically recorded from Texas, USA.
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Taxonomic placement
Bolbocerosoma elongatum is classified in the Bolboceratinae within . The Bolbocerosoma was revised by Howden (1955) in his comprehensive monograph on North Geotrupinae, where this was originally described.
Etymology
The specific epithet 'elongatum' refers to the elongated body form characteristic of this relative to other members of the .