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🚨 ARTHROPOD OF THE DAY 🚨
The Desert Spider Beetle is an intriguing creature found in arid environments. This fascinating arthropod is part of the spider beetle family, which has several species known for infesting stored products.
These beetles have an array of characteristics that make them well-adapted for survival in their harsh habitats. For instance, their small size – ranging from two to five millimeters in length – enables them to navigate complex environments with ease. Additionally, they generally feed on organic debris and decaying matter, making it easier for them to find nourishment in their surroundings.
Two species in this genus include Cysteodemus armatus (dorsum black, often with a slight metallic tint and white to yellow-brown incrustation.) and Cysteodemus wislizeni (dorsum shining, deep metallic blue/green/violet, lacking incrustation.)
They are located in the Colorado, Mojave, and Chihuahuan deserts.