Litargus sexpunctatus
(Say, 1826)
Litargus sexpunctatus is a of hairy fungus beetle in the Mycetophagidae. The species name 'sexpunctatus' refers to six spots, likely describing a distinctive marking pattern on the . It is found in North America, with records from Canada and the United States.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Litargus sexpunctatus: /lɪˈtɑrɡəs sɛksˌpʌŋkˈtɑtəs/
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Distribution
North America, specifically recorded from Canada (Ontario, Québec) and the United States.
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Etymology
The specific epithet 'sexpunctatus' derives from Latin 'sex' (six) and 'punctatus' (spotted), referring to a presumed six-spotted pattern on the body.
Taxonomic Note
Authorship is sometimes cited as (Say, 1827) in sources such as Catalogue of Life, though (Say, 1826) appears in GBIF. The was described by Thomas Say, a foundational figure in North American entomology.