Geopinus incrassatus
(Dejean, 1829)
Homely Geopinus
Geopinus incrassatus is a ground beetle in the Carabidae and the sole member of its . It occurs in North America, with records from Canada and the United States. The was originally described as Daptus incrassatus by Dejean in 1829. Like other carabid beetles, it is likely predatory, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Geopinus incrassatus: /dʒiː.oʊˈpiː.nəs ɪn.krəˈseɪ.təs/
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Identification
The Geopinus can be recognized by its placement in the tribe Anisodactylini. Distinguishing features from related genera such as Anisodactylus require examination of pronotal shape, elytral striation patterns, and male genitalia. The specific epithet 'incrassatus' refers to thickened or stout body proportions.
Distribution
Canada; United States. North America.
Similar Taxa
- Anisodactylus spp.Members of the same tribe Anisodactylini with similar general ground beetle ; require detailed examination of genitalia and pronotal structure to separate from Geopinus.
- Daptus spp.Historical confusion due to original placement of G. incrassatus in this ; modern places them in separate genera.