Lebia analis
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Coleoptera
- Suborder: Adephaga
- Family: Carabidae
- Subfamily: Harpalinae
- Supertribe: Harpalitae
- Tribe: Lebiini
- Subtribe: Lebiina
- Genus: Lebia
- Species: analis
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lebia analis: /ˈlɛb.i.a əˈnaː.lɪs/
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Summary
Lebia analis is a species of beetle in the family Carabidae, specifically in the Harpalinae subfamily. It is common and native to North America, with distinct physical characteristics that separate it from similar species.
Physical Characteristics
Dark (usually almost black) striated frons and pale abdomen; adult beetles measure 4.5–6 mm in length; elytron with pale apical marking interrupted by fine black border along the suture; striated upper lateral regions of the pronotum.
Identification Tips
Distinguished from other Lebia species, especially Lebia scalpta, by its unique elytral pattern and striated upper lateral regions of the pronotum.
Distribution
Found from Canada (ON-FL) to SD-AZ, as well as in Guatemala and the Bahamas.
Diet
Eats foliage and flowers of various plants.
Similar Taxa
Tags
- beetle
- Coleoptera
- Carabidae
- Harpalinae