Calleida rubricollis
Dejean, 1825
Calleida rubricollis is a ground beetle described by Dejean in 1825. It belongs to the Calleida, a group of colorful, often metallic carabids commonly known as 'flashing ground beetles.' The species is known from Cuba and the broader Caribbean region. Records remain sparse, with limited observational data available.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Calleida rubricollis: //kəˈlaɪdə ruː.brɪˈkɔl.ɪs//
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Identification
Identification to level requires examination of genitalic structures and fine morphological details. The combination of metallic with reddish pronotal markings may distinguish it from , though confirmation requires keys for Caribbean Calleida.
Distribution
Cuba; Caribbean region. Distribution records are limited and based on few documented occurrences.
Similar Taxa
- Other Calleida speciesCalleida share metallic coloration and general body form; precise identification requires examination of subtle morphological characters including pronotal shape and male genitalia.
More Details
Data scarcity
Only 4 observations recorded on iNaturalist as of source date. The remains poorly documented in modern literature, and most biological details are unknown.