Phyllophaga rugosa

(Melsheimer, 1845)

rugose June beetle

Phyllophaga rugosa, commonly known as the , is a scarab beetle in the Scarabaeidae. It occurs across much of North America, with documented records from Canada and the United States. Like other members of the Phyllophaga, it is a often attracted to lights. The has been identified as an intermediary for the giant thorn-headed worm of swine (Macracanthorhynchus hirudinaceus).

Relations and distribution of Phyllophaga Harris (Lachnosterna Hope) in temperate North America (1913) (14577940269) by Glasgow, Robert Douglas. Used under a No restrictions license.

Relations and distribution of Phyllophaga Harris (Lachnosterna Hope) in temperate North America (1913) (14762232344) by Glasgow, Robert Douglas. Used under a No restrictions license.

Relations and distribution of Phyllophaga Harris (Lachnosterna Hope) in temperate North America (1913) (14577939539) by Glasgow, Robert Douglas. Used under a No restrictions license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Phyllophaga rugosa: /fɪˈlɒfəɡə ruˈɡoʊsə/

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Distribution

Recorded from Canada (Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, Saskatchewan) and the United States (Colorado, Indiana, Iowa, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin).

Host Associations

Macracanthorhynchus hirudinaceus - intermediary Larval serves as intermediate for this acanthocephalan of swine; beetle can act as carrier

Human Relevance

Documented as an intermediary and carrier for Macracanthorhynchus hirudinaceus, the giant thorn-headed worm of swine, a of veterinary concern.