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Powderpost Bostrichid

Amphicerus cornutus

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Field Notes

Description:

Red-brown beetle about 14 mm long with bulbous, square thorax and long abdomen. The elytra are pitted. Aka Western Twig Borer

Habitat:

Under porch light at night in the backyard

Reference Links:

Species Amphicerus cornutus - Powderpost Bostrichid - BugGuide.Net

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (4)
CindyBinghamKeiser
It was about 14 mm long so not as long as the common click beetles we have but it definitely stood out.
CindyBinghamKeiser
Thank you Lauren! I hadn't heard of these before. I'll update the common name :)
LaurenZarate
This looks like a Bostrichidae - a Branch and Twig Borrer.

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PublishedMay 13, 2013

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