Old-growth-associate
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Eustrophopsis
Eustrophopsis is a genus of polypore fungus beetles in the family Tetratomidae, containing approximately seven described species. These beetles are associated with fungal habitats, specifically polypore fungi growing on decaying wood. The genus was established by Champion in 1889 and represents one of several lineages within the Eustrophinae subfamily adapted to fungivory.
Osmoderma eremicola
Hermit Flower Beetle, Hermit Beetle
Osmoderma eremicola is a large scarab beetle native to eastern North America. Adults are nocturnal and associated with mature woodland habitats, particularly near tree trunks. The species is notable for producing a distinctive leathery odor and serves as a phoretic host for multiple mite species. Larvae develop in decaying wood and wood mould within hollow trees over a multi-year period.