Acupalpus carus

LeConte, 1863

Beloved Harp Ground Beetle

Acupalpus carus is a small ground beetle in the Carabidae, known by the Beloved Harp Ground Beetle. The is characterized by its black coloration and predatory feeding habits. It occurs in temperate regions of North America.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Acupalpus carus: /ˌæ.kjuːˈpæl.pəs ˈkeɪ.rəs/

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Identification

Black coloration distinguishes it from some , though definitive identification to level requires examination of genitalia and other subtle morphological characters typical of the Acupalpus.

Distribution

Canada and the United States

Diet

Insectivorous

Ecological Role

of small

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