Osmoderma scabra

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Coleoptera
Suborder: Polyphaga
Superfamily: Scarabaeoidea
Family: Scarabaeidae
Subfamily: Cetoniinae
Tribe: Osmodermatini
Genus: Osmoderma
Species: scabra

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Osmoderma scabra: /ɒsmoʊˈdɜrmə ˈskɑːbrə/

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Summary

Osmoderma scabra, commonly known as the rough hermit beetle, belongs to the family Scarabaeidae and is recognized for its rough appearance. It is nocturnally active and can often be found near sap flows.

Physical Characteristics

18-25 mm in length; black, sometimes with a metallic sheen; pronotum deeply punctate; elytra wrinkled, irregularly punctate; head deeply excavated between eyes.

Identification Tips

Look for the deeply punctate pronotum and the wrinkled elytra which are distinctive characteristics of this species.

Habitat

Adults are found at sap flows or under bark.

Distribution

Eastern North America from Quebec to Tennessee (NB-ON-WI to NC-MS).

Diet

Details on diet not specified; likely associated with decaying organic matter due to habitat.

Life Cycle

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Reproduction

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Predators

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Conservation Status

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Ecosystem Role

As a member of the scarab beetles, it may play a role in the decomposition of organic matter.

Economic Impact

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Cultural Significance

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Health Concerns

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Evolution

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