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Platystomos  albinus Found this girl today onderneed a popular branch in my hometown Wijk bij Duurstede the Netherlands. Platystomos albinus Click/tap to enlarge

Platystomos albinus

Found this girl today onderneed a popular branch in my hometown Wijk bij Duurstede the Netherlands.

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''Platystomos albinus'' is a species of beetle in the family Anthribidae, the fungus weevils. Adults measure 7 to 10 mm . The larvae feed on decaying trees, and are associated with the fungus ''Daldinia''. It is present in deciduous forests throughout Europe and the Near East, including central southern and eastern Britain.

Similar species: Beetles
Species identified by Paul Dirksen
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By Paul Dirksen

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Uploaded Apr 4, 2021. Captured Apr 4, 2021 15:20.
  • Canon EOS 7D Mark II
  • f/14.0
  • 1/99s
  • ISO1600
  • 100mm