Strongylium cultellatum
Mäklin, 1864
Strongylium cultellatum is a of darkling beetle in the Tenebrionidae, Stenochiinae. Originally described from South America, the species has been documented in India, representing a significant range extension. It belongs to a large of long-jointed beetles characterized by elongated bodies and relatively long legs. The species is part of a taxonomically challenging group with ongoing revisionary work.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Strongylium cultellatum: //strɒnˈɡɪliəm kʌlˈtɛlətəm//
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Distribution
Originally described from South America; recorded from India (Southern region) as a range extension. GBIF records indicate presence in Taiwan, Hawaii (USA), and the conterminous 48 United States.
Similar Taxa
- Strongylium haemorrhoidaleClosely related within the same ; S. cultellatum has been noted as related to this species in taxonomic discussions.