Heterochelus diversus
species of beetle
Heterochelus diversus is a species of beetle of the family Scarabaeidae. It is found in South Africa (Western Cape).
Description
Adults reach a length of about 4–4.5 mm (0.16–0.18 in). They are black, with the front legs and antennae reddish-brown. The elytra have a suture which extends to the end and a discal band shortened at the rear, consisting of whitish, long, pointed scales. The spaces between the scales are covered with dark hair-like scales.
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The date and method of observation matter as much as the stated conclusion, especially where classification or consensus has changed. The source revision retrieved here is dated Mar 23, 2026. The linked authority identifier is Q14910499. None of the 0 selected statements returned an explicit reference.
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