Scaphinotus tenuis

(Casey, 1914)

Thin Snail-eating Beetle

Scaphinotus tenuis, commonly known as the thin snail-eating , is a of ground beetle in the Carabidae. It is found in North Carolina, USA, where it inhabits forest environments. are brachypterous (short-winged) and in their activity pattern.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Scaphinotus tenuis: //ˌskæfɪˈnoʊtəs ˈtɛnjuɪs//

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Habitat

Forests in North Carolina.

Distribution

North America: known from North Carolina, USA.

Behavior

activity pattern. are brachypterous (short-winged).

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Wing morphology

possess reduced wings (brachyptery), which likely limits ability and may contribute to restricted geographic distribution.

Activity period

suggests to avoid desiccation or , common among forest-dwelling carabid beetles.

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