Hyporhagus gilensis
Horn, 1872
Hyporhagus gilensis is a of opossum beetle in the Zopheridae, described by Horn in 1872. It is a member of a group of beetles known for their defensive death-feigning . The species is found in North America, though specific details about its remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hyporhagus gilensis: /haɪˈpɔːrəɡəs dʒɪˈlɛn.sɪs/
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Distribution
North America. Specific range boundaries are not well defined in published literature.
Behavior
As a member of the 'opossum beetles,' H. gilensis is presumed to exhibit (death-feigning) when disturbed, a characteristic of the Zopheridae .