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Handsome Fungus Beetle (Endomychus biguttatus) on Split-gill Fungus (Schizophyllum commune)
Endomychus biguttatus found on Schizophyllum commune (on a branch) in a dense mixed forest.
The common name of this fungus was chosen as its gills have a tendency to split when dessicated. Schizophyllum commune is a fungus that is widespread globally. It is found on every continent with the exception of Anarctica. It is known as a saprobic fungus but also has a history of causing mycosis in immunocompromised humans.
Endomychus biguttatus reproduces and feeds on Schizophyllum commune, but there are records of it being found on Auricularia sp. and Fomitopsis betulina as well.
"Schizophyllum commune" is a species of fungus in the genus "Schizophyllum". The mushroom resembles undulating waves of tightly packed corals or a loose Chinese fan. Gillies or split-gills vary from creamy yellow to pale white in colour. The cap is small, 1–4 centimetres wide with a dense yet spongey body texture.
