Neotrichonotulus inurbanus
(Gordon & Howden, 1973)
Neotrichonotulus inurbanus is a of scarab beetle in the Aphodiinae, described by Gordon and Howden in 1973. It belongs to a of dung beetles found in arid and semi-arid regions of western North America and Mexico. The species is poorly documented in scientific literature and has no recorded observations on iNaturalist.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Neotrichonotulus inurbanus: /ˌniːoʊˌtrɪkoʊˈnoʊtjələs ɪnˈɜːrbænəs/
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Distribution
Recorded from Durango, Mexico (Neotropical region) and Arizona, USA (Nearctic region). These localities suggest occurrence in arid or semi-arid environments of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
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Taxonomic note
The Neotrichonotulus was established for previously placed in Trichonotulus, distinguished by morphological characters of the male genitalia and external features. The specific epithet 'inurbanus' (Latin: unrefined, inelegant) likely refers to perceived morphological characteristics.
Data limitations
This is known from few specimens and minimal published documentation. No ecological or behavioral studies have been identified. The absence of iNaturalist observations suggests it is rarely encountered or underreported.