Fossocarus creoleorum

Howden, 1961

Fossocarus creoleorum is a of scarab beetle in the Scarabaeidae, described by Howden in 1961. It belongs to the Melolonthinae (May beetles or June beetles) and the tribe Melolonthini. The Fossocarus contains burrowing scarabs with adaptations. This species is known from limited records in Texas, USA.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Fossocarus creoleorum: //ˌfɒs.soʊˈkeɪ.rəs ˌkriːoʊˈliː.oʊˌrʌm//

These audio files are automatically generated. While they are not always 100% accurate, they are a good starting point.

Distribution

Known from Texas, USA. GBIF records indicate presence in the Nearctic region, specifically the southern United States.

Sources and further reading