Hemipeplus microphthalmus

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Coleoptera
Suborder: Polyphaga
Superfamily: Tenebrionoidea
Family: Mycteridae
Genus: Hemipeplus
Species: microphthalmus

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Hemipeplus microphthalmus: /ˌhɛmɪˈplɛp.ləs ˌmaɪ.kroʊfˈθæl.məs/

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Summary

Hemipeplus microphthalmus is a species of beetle belonging to the family Mycteridae, notable for its association with certain grass species and unique diet of fungal matter.

Physical Characteristics

Size ranges from 2.8 to 5.2 mm.

Identification Tips

The only Mycteridae species in the area not associated with palmetto.

Habitat

Associated primarily with grasses such as Andropogon, found living between the appressed leaf bases and stem of these plants.

Distribution

Found in Central America and North America.

Diet

Gut contents are primarily comprised of fungal hyphae and spores.