• Source: Alphitobius laevigatus

Alphitobius laevigatus, the black fungus beetle, is a species of darkling beetle in the family Tenebrionidae. It is found in Europe and North America.




Use


A. laevigatus is bred in large quantities for the use as feed for captive birds, reptiles, or amphibians. The larvae reach a length of up to 15 millimeters. The larvae are often marketed under the trade name buffalo worms, a name that is also used for the larvae of Alphitobius diaperinus which can lead to confusion. The species can be detected using the PCR method. In difference to A. diaperinus, A. laevigatus is not used or discussed as food for human consumption.




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Kata Kunci Pencarian:

• Alphitobius laevigatus
• Alphitobius
• Alphitobius diaperinus
• Buffalo worm
• Tenebrioninae
• List of beetle species recorded in Britain – superfamily Tenebrionoidea
• List of coleopterans of Sri Lanka
• List of beetles of Ireland