Microbregma

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Microbregma
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Microbregma

Seidlitz, 1889
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M. emarginatum
Binomial name
Microbregma emarginatum
Duftschmid, 1825

Microbregma is a monotypic genus[1] of beetles in the family Ptinidae containing the single species Microbregma emarginatum. It is native to North America.[1]

The beetle lives in hardwood and softwood forests. The larva feeds on bark. It has been collected from pine, hemlock, hickory, and spruce.[1]

References[]

  1. ^ a b c Arango, R. A. and D. K. Young. Death-watch and spider beetles of Wisconsin (Coleoptera: Ptinidae). General Technical Report FPL-GTR-209. Forest Products Laboratory, Madison, WI. USDA Forest Service. 2012. pg. 28.
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