Gonocephalum sericeum
(Baudi di Selve, 1875)
Gonocephalum sericeum is a small () to North Africa and the Middle East. It has been to North America, where it has been established in California since at least 1980. The is (non-native and established) in North America and has been confused with Blapstinus dilatatus due to similar appearance.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Gonocephalum sericeum: /ˌɡɒnoʊˈsɛfələm səˈrɪsiəm/
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Identification
Similar in appearance to Blapstinus dilatatus, with which it may co-occur in sandy soil . Accurate identification requires close examination.
Appearance
Small measuring 3.5–3.8 mm in length. Coloration ranges from to nearly black.
Habitat
Sandy soil .
Distribution
to North Africa and the Middle East. in North America, with established in California since at least 1980.
Similar Taxa
- Blapstinus dilatatusSimilar in appearance and has been confused with G. sericeum; both may co-occur in sandy soil .
More Details
Adventive status
The is described as 'advantive' () in North America, meaning it is non- but has established self-sustaining . It is not native to California, where it has been present since at least 1980.