Agonum

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Agonum: //əˈɡoʊnəm//

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Summary

Agonum is a large genus of ground beetles in the subfamily Harpalinae, tribe Platynini, with 72 species in North America and over 250 species worldwide. They thrive in wet habitats and are known for their metallic coloration.

Physical Characteristics

Mid-sized to smallish beetles, typically with dark metallic hues – often reddish or bronze, but sometimes black or green.

Habitat

Wet and moist environments, often near water.

Distribution

Holarctic region, with some exceptions; also found in the Mediterranean region and parts of Central Asia and the Himalaya region; known to extend into East Africa as well.

Tags

• beetles
• ground beetles
• Agonum
• Harpalinae
• Platynini