Hylastes
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Hylastes macer
root-feeding bark beetle
Hylastes macer is a bark beetle in the family Curculionidae, commonly known as the root-feeding bark beetle. It belongs to the subfamily Scolytinae, a group of beetles known for their association with woody plants. The species is native to North America, with records from Canada and the United States. As a member of the genus Hylastes, it is likely associated with coniferous hosts, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented.