Notoxus desertus

Casey, 1895

Desert Ant-like Flower Beetle

Notoxus desertus is a of monoceros beetle in the Anthicidae. It is distributed across Central America and North America, including Ontario, Canada. The species is commonly known as the Desert -like Flower Beetle. Like other members of the Notoxus, it exhibits ant-mimicking and is attracted to lights at night.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Notoxus desertus: /noʊˈtɒksəs dɛˈzɜːrtəs/

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Distribution

Central America and North America; confirmed present in Ontario, Canada and the United States.

Behavior

Has been observed at blacklights at night, suggesting activity patterns.

Similar Taxa

Notoxus garudaCongeneric in the same Notoxus, sharing -like flower beetle and ecological habits.
Notoxus sp.Other members of the same share the characteristic -mimicking appearance and small size typical of Anthicidae.

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Taxonomic note

The Notoxus belongs to the Anthicidae, commonly known as ant-like flower beetles or ant-like beetles. Members of this family are typically small, slender beetles that mimic ants in appearance.