Erichsonius brachycephalus
Frank, 1975
A small rove beetle in the Erichsonius, described by J.H. Frank in 1975. The epithet 'brachycephalus' (short-headed) refers to its relatively compact shape compared to . Records are sparse, with documented occurrences in eastern North America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Erichsonius brachycephalus: //ɛˌɹɪkˈsoʊniəs ˌbrækɪˈsɛfələs//
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Identification
Distinguished from other Erichsonius by its short, broad (brachycephalic condition). Specific diagnostic characters require examination of male genitalia and detailed body proportions. Separation from E. alumnus and other small eastern North American may require reference to Frank's original description.
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Distribution
Eastern North America: Canada (New Brunswick, Ontario, Quebec) and United States (Illinois, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maine, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Texas, Virginia).
Similar Taxa
- Erichsonius alumnusOverlapping eastern North American distribution; distinguished by shape and genitalic characters
- Other Erichsonius species-level similarity in small size and general habitus; requires detailed morphological examination for -level identification