Stricticomus tobias

(Marseul, 1879)

Double-dotted Anthicid

Stricticomus tobias is a of -like flower beetle in the Anthicidae. The species is currently classified as a synonym of Stricticollis tobias in some taxonomic databases, reflecting ongoing taxonomic revision in this group. Records indicate presence in Brazil (Distrito Federal, São Paulo), Belgium, and Canada (Québec). The "Double-dotted Anthicid" suggests a distinctive pattern of markings, though detailed morphological descriptions are limited in available sources.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Stricticomus tobias: /strɪˈtɪkəməs toʊˈbaɪəs/

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Distribution

Documented from Brazil (Distrito Federal, São Paulo), Belgium (including Flemish Region), and Canada (Québec). The disjunct distribution pattern suggests either human-mediated transport or potential misidentification issues given the taxonomic status as synonym.

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Taxonomic Status

GBIF classifies this name as a synonym of Stricticollis tobias, while iNaturalist maintains it as a valid under Stricticomus. This reflects ongoing taxonomic uncertainty or recent reclassification in the Anthicidae .

Observation Data

iNaturalist reports 336 observations under this name, indicating it is a documented though not extensively studied .