Aradus antennalis

Parshley, 1921

Aradus antennalis is a of flat bug in the Aradidae, first described by Parshley in 1921. It is native to North America. Flat bugs in this family are characterized by their dorsoventrally flattened bodies and association with dead wood .

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Aradus antennalis: //ˈa.rɑː.dus ænˈtɛnˌnæ.lɪs//

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Habitat

As with other members of the Aradus, this is associated with dead wood environments. Extant Aradus species commonly live on and under the bark of dead trees.

Distribution

North America. Distribution records confirm presence in this region.

Ecological Role

Members of the Aradidae contribute to decomposition processes in forest through their association with dead and decaying wood.

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Taxonomic Authority

The was described by H. M. Parshley in 1921.

Observations

As of available records, 8 observations of this have been documented on iNaturalist.