Gryphonycha

Gryphonycha is a genus of beetle of the family Scarabaeidae. It is monotypic, being represented by the single species, Gryphonycha puberula, which is found in South Africa.

Description

Adults reach a length of about 8-9 mm. They are rufescent, with a fleshy tinge and slightly iridescent. The elytra are punctato-striate, with the intervals raised and slightly tectiform, especially in the female, and moderately deeply punctate.