Harpalus texanus
Casey, 1914
Harpalus texanus is a of ground beetle in the Harpalinae, described by Casey in 1914. As a member of the large Harpalus, it belongs to the Carabidae, one of the most diverse families. The species is known from the United States, with records indicating presence in North America. Like other Harpalus species, it is likely a ground-dwelling beetle, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Harpalus texanus: //ˈhɑr.pə.ləs tɛkˈseɪ.nəs//
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Distribution
United States; North America. Distribution records are sparse, with only 5 observations documented in iNaturalist as of the data cutoff.
More Details
Taxonomic note
The specific epithet 'texanus' refers to Texas, suggesting the type locality or region of original description, though this is not explicitly confirmed in available sources.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
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