Notiobia nitidipennis
(LeConte, 1847)
Notiobia nitidipennis is a of ground beetle in the Carabidae, first described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1847. It is a small to medium-sized carabid found in North America. The species is part of the Notiobia, which comprises several similar ground beetle species. Based on limited observational records, it appears to be a rarely collected or underreported species.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Notiobia nitidipennis: /noʊˈtaɪ.oʊ.biə nɪˌtɪdɪˈpɛnɪs/
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Distribution
Canada; United States. The is recorded as present in North America with specific distribution records from Canada and the USA.
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Taxonomic History
First described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1847, one of the most prolific American entomologists of the 19th century who described thousands of North American .
Observation Rarity
Only 2 observations recorded on iNaturalist as of source date, suggesting either genuine rarity, cryptic habits, or undercollection relative to other ground beetles.