Lebia bitaeniata
Chevrolat, 1834
Lebia bitaeniata is a small ground beetle in the Carabidae, first described by Chevrolat in 1834. The belongs to the Lebia, a group commonly known as colorful foliage ground beetles for their often bright metallic coloration. It has been recorded across a broad geographic range extending from the southwestern United States through Mexico and Central America to Rica, Nicaragua, and Guatemala.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lebia bitaeniata: /ˈlɛ.bi.a bɪˌtɛ.niˈɑː.ta/
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Distribution
Recorded from Rica, Guatemala, Mexico, Nicaragua, and the United States. The North American records appear to be from the southwestern United States, though specific states are not documented in available sources.
Behavior
Like other members of the Lebia, have been observed at blacklights at night, indicating activity patterns.
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Taxonomic note
The was described by Chevrolat in 1834. The specific epithet 'bitaeniata' refers to the presence of two stripes or bands, likely describing a pattern element on the , though this has not been verified from specimen examination in available sources.