Pardalosus
Gordon & Skelley, 2007
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5Pardalosus is a of aphodiine dung beetles described by Gordon & Skelley in 2007. The genus is native to North America, with highest in western regions. Unlike many aphodiine beetles, most Pardalosus appear to be with weak associations, though some species have documented relationships with rodents.
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How to pronounce Pardalosus: /pɑːrˈdæləsəs/
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Habitat
Western North American regions; specific microhabitat preferences vary by , with some associated with rodent burrows or nests.
Distribution
Native to North America; greatest diversity on the western side of the continent.
Diet
Most are likely that do not strongly associate with .
Host Associations
- prairie dogs - associated withP. neodistinctus collected in association with prairie dogs
- pack rats - associated withP. sleveni collected in association with pack rats
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Taxonomic history
The was established in 2007 by Gordon & Skelley, representing a relatively recent taxonomic revision within the Aphodiinae.
Dung beetle classification note
Despite being classified as aphodiine dung beetles, most Pardalosus may not be true , representing an ecological departure from the 's typical feeding habits.