Ancus bicornutus
General description:
Geographic: NEO
Distribution: Native, New World. Brazil – Amapa, Amazonas; Colombia, Perú.
Common name: Two-horned Curved Beetle
Synonyms: Clivina bicornutus Putzeys, 1863:45
Ancus heteromorphus Putzeys, 1866:198, New synonomy
Biology:
Macrohabitat: Lowlands, 15 – 150 meters altitude in Igapó forests. Microhabitat:
Adults are ground-dwelling on alluvial substrates. Dispersal abilities: Macropterous,
probably capable of flight; slow runners, strong burrowers. Seasonal occurrence:
Adults have been found in August and November. Behavior: Adults are attracted to lights.
Specimen from Amapa, Brazil was found at UV light.