Brachinus lateralis
Dejean, 1831
Brachinus lateralis is a ground beetle in the Carabidae, first described by Dejean in 1831. The belongs to the Brachinus, which is notable for its bombardier beetles capable of chemical defense. Records indicate presence in the southern United States, Mexico, Central America, and northern South America. Specific ecological and behavioral details for this species remain poorly documented in available literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Brachinus lateralis: //brəˈkaɪnəs læˈtɛrəlɪs//
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Distribution
Recorded from the United States (southern states), Mexico, Guatemala, Nicaragua, and Colombia. The occupies a broad geographic range spanning North, Central, and South America.