Anisodactylus opaculus

(LeConte, 1863)

Anisodactylus opaculus is a in the , described by LeConte in 1863. It is to North America and occurs in the United States. The species belongs to a containing several granivorous ground beetles, though specific feeding habits for this species have not been documented.

Anisodactylus (Gynandrotarsus) opaculus (39750602291) (cropped) by Insects Unlocked from USA. Used under a CC0 license.Anisodactylus (Gynandrotarsus) opaculus (39750602291) by Insects Unlocked from USA. Used under a CC0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Anisodactylus opaculus: /ˌænɪsoʊˈdæktɪləs oʊˈpækjʊləs/

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Distribution

Found in North America, with confirmed records from the United States. Specific state-level distribution records are limited.

Similar Taxa

  • Anisodactylus sanctaecrucisCongeneric with similar body plan and granivorous habits; A. sanctaecrucis has been documented as a weed seed , but A. opaculus lacks comparable behavioral studies

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