Phyllophaga hirticula
(Knoch, 1801)
Phyllophaga hirticula is a of scarab beetle in the Scarabaeidae, one of over 400 species in the Phyllophaga found in North America. The species was originally described as Melolontha hirticula by Knoch in 1801. Two are recognized: P. h. hirticula and P. h. comosa. Like other May beetles, it is part of a large and taxonomically challenging genus where species identification often requires examination of genitalia.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Phyllophaga hirticula: /ˌfɪl.oʊˈfeɪ.ɡə hɝˈtɪk.jʊ.lə/
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Distribution
North America. Specific range details beyond continental distribution are not documented in available sources.