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Rastrogenius ambrosiaphilus
Rastrogenius ambrosiaphilus is a species of ant-like flower beetle in the family Anthicidae. The species epithet "ambrosiaphilus" suggests an association with ambrosia beetles (Scolytinae) or their fungal symbionts, though specific ecological relationships remain undocumented. It is known from a single iNaturalist observation, indicating it is rarely encountered or poorly sampled. As a member of Anthicidae, it belongs to a family of small, elongate beetles often found in association with decaying plant material and other insects.