Anthicus biguttulus
LeConte, 1851
antlike flower beetle
Anthicus biguttulus is a of antlike flower beetle in the Anthicidae, described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1851. The species is found in North America, with records from British Columbia, Canada. As with other members of Anthicidae, it exhibits a superficial resemblance to ants in its body form and movement.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Anthicus biguttulus: /ˈænθɪkəs bɪˈɡʌtʃʊləs/
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Distribution
North America, including British Columbia, Canada. Records indicate presence across the continent, though specific range boundaries are not well documented.
Similar Taxa
- Other Anthicus speciesMembers of the Anthicus share the characteristic antlike appearance and small size, requiring careful examination of elytral markings and body proportions for definitive identification.
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Taxonomic history
Described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1851, a prominent 19th-century American entomologist who described thousands of North American .
Observation status
As of available records, iNaturalist documents 7 observations of this , suggesting it is infrequently encountered or underreported.