Lobometopon fusiforme
(Casey, 1890)
Lobometopon fusiforme is a of darkling beetle in the Tenebrionidae. It was originally described by Casey in 1890 under the Epitragus and later transferred to Lobometopon. The species is known from Mexico and is represented by a small number of observations. Its taxonomic status is marked as doubtful in some databases, suggesting potential issues with classification or identification.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lobometopon fusiforme: //ˌloʊboʊˈmɛtoʊpən ˌfjuzɪˈfɔrmeɪ//
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Distribution
Recorded from Mexico (MX). Distribution records are sparse and based on limited occurrence data.
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Taxonomic Status
The taxonomic status of Lobometopon fusiforme is listed as 'DOUBTFUL' in GBIF, indicating potential unresolved classification issues. The was originally described as Epitragus fusiformis by Casey in 1890 and later transferred to the Lobometopon. The genus Lobometopon itself may be poorly defined or in need of revision.
Observation Data
As of the available data, iNaturalist records 21 observations of this , suggesting it is rarely encountered or underreported. The limited observation count may reflect genuine rarity, restricted distribution, or difficulty in identification.