Lebia solea
Hentz, 1830
Lebia solea is a of in the , first described by Hentz in 1830. It belongs to the Lebia, a group of small, often brightly colored foliage ground beetles. The species is documented from North America, with records from both Canada and the United States. Like other members of its genus, it is likely associated with vegetation and may be attracted to lights at night.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lebia solea: //ˈle.bi.a ˈso.le.a//
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Identification
Members of the Lebia are relatively small that often draw attention with bright metallic . Within Lebia, identification typically requires examination of specific morphological characters such as elytral pattern, body proportions, and male . L. solea would need to be distinguished from other North Lebia species through detailed comparison of these features.
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Distribution
North America; documented from Canada and the United States.
Behavior
Members of the Lebia have been observed to be attracted to lights at night, suggesting at least some activity.
Similar Taxa
- Other Lebia speciesMany Lebia share small size and bright metallic coloration; precise identification requires examination of specific morphological characters.
- Chlaenius speciesAnother of colorful in with metallic appearance, though typically larger and with different body proportions.
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Taxonomic authority
First described by Nicholas Marcellus Hentz in 1830, an early arachnologist and .
Observation records
As of available data, there are over 350 iNaturalist observations documenting this across its range.