Phloeocharis

Mannerheim, 1830

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Phloeocharis is a of rove beetles in the Phloeocharinae. in this genus are saproxylic, living under tree bark in association with bark beetle . The genus is native to the Palearctic region, with at least one species, Phloeocharis subtilissima, introduced to North America via port cities.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Phloeocharis: //ˌflɪˈoʊˌkɛ.rɪs//

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Habitat

Under tree bark in forested areas; associated with dead wood and saproxylic .

Distribution

Native to Palearctic region (Denmark, Norway, Sweden recorded); introduced to North America (first recorded from Point Pleasant Park, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada).

Ecological Role

Member of saproxylic insect under tree bark; accompanies other saproxylic insects including bark beetles in forest .

Human Relevance

Phloeocharis subtilissima has been introduced to North America through port cities, serving as a case study for introduction .

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