Lebia scapula

G.Horn, 1885

Lebia scapula is a of foliage ground beetle in the Carabidae, first described by George Henry Horn in 1885. The Lebia comprises relatively small, often brightly colored beetles that are attracted to lights at night. This species is known from North America, with records from the United States and Mexico.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Lebia scapula: /ˈlɛ.bi.ə ˈskæ.pjʊ.lə/

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Identification

Lebia scapula is a small ground beetle in the Lebia, which is characterized by often bright metallic wing covers that draw attention despite the beetles' small size. Specific diagnostic features for L. scapula are not documented in available sources. The genus can be distinguished from other small carabids by the combination of small body size, frequently colorful or metallic , and association with foliage .

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Distribution

United States; Mexico; North America

Behavior

Has been observed attracted to lights at night, a common in the Lebia.

Similar Taxa

  • Lebia spp.Other in the Lebia share the characteristic small size and often bright metallic coloration, requiring examination of specific morphological characters for definitive identification.
  • Other small CarabidaeSmall ground beetles in other may resemble Lebia scapula in general habitus, but Lebia are distinguished by their frequent metallic coloration and association with foliage.

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