Ceracis californicus
(Casey, 1884)
minute tree-fungus beetle
Ceracis californicus is a of minute tree-fungus beetle in the Ciidae. It is distributed across Central America and North America. As a member of the Ciidae, it is associated with fungal growth on wood, though specific ecological details for this species are limited in available sources.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Ceracis californicus: //sɛˈræ.kɪs kælɪˈfɔrnɪ.kəs//
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Habitat
Associated with woody substrates bearing fungal growth, consistent with Ciidae .
Distribution
Central America and North America.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Encyrtid Holdings | Entomology Research Museum
- California Has No State Bee--Yet! | Bug Squad
- Bohart Museum: Learn about California's State Insect on UC Davis Picnic Day | Bug Squad
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