Amphotis marginata

[2] Beetles of the species Amphotis marginata have a symbiotic relationship with ants, specifically Lasius fuliginosus.

Adults primarily rely on these ants for their nutrition.

[1] Occurrences registered through the sources aggregated by GBIF, suggests that Amphotis marginata exists mainly in Europe.

Occurrences have been registered from the south of Scandinavia to the north of Spain.

[3] Due to the symbiotic relationship with Lasius fuliginosus, Amphotis marginata has a habitat close to the foraging paths of these ants.

Solicitation of Trophallaxis by A. marginata beetles from L. fuliginosus host foragers.