Tecnophilus croceicollis

(Ménétriés, 1843)

Tecnophilus croceicollis is a of ground beetle in the Carabidae, first described by Ménétriés in 1843. The species occurs in Central America and North America. Two are recognized: T. c. croceicollis and T. c. peigani. As a member of the Lebiinae, it belongs to a diverse group of often brightly colored ground beetles.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Tecnophilus croceicollis: /tɛkˈnɒfɪləs ˌkrɒsiˈkɒlɪs/

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Distribution

Found in Central America and North America. Distribution records specifically include Mexico and the United States.

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Subspecies

Two are recognized: Tecnophilus croceicollis croceicollis (Ménétriés, 1843) and Tecnophilus croceicollis peigani Larson, 1969.

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