Xestonotus

LeConte, 1853

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Xestonotus is a of ground beetles in the Carabidae, containing the single Xestonotus lugubris. The genus was described by LeConte in 1853. It is restricted to the northeastern United States and southeastern Canada.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Xestonotus: //zɛs.toʊˈnoʊ.təs//

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Identification

The is distinguished from other Anisodactylini by its status; the single Xestonotus lugubris can be identified within the genus by default. For species-level identification of X. lugubris, reference to original descriptions and type material is required.

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Distribution

Northeastern United States and southeastern Canada. Specific records include Vermont.

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Taxonomic status

Xestonotus is a ; Xestonotus lugubris is the only included .

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