Olisthopus parmatus
(Say, 1823)
Olisthopus parmatus is a ground beetle in the Carabidae, first described by Thomas Say in 1823. It is native to North America, with documented occurrence in Canada and the United States. The species includes two recognized : O. p. parmatus and O. p. iterans. Like other members of the Olisthopus, it belongs to the Platyninae within the diverse ground beetle radiation.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Olisthopus parmatus: //oʊˈlɪsθəpəs pɑːrˈmeɪtəs//
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Distribution
Canada and the United States. GBIF records confirm presence in both countries.
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Subspecies
Two are recognized: Olisthopus parmatus parmatus (the nominate subspecies) and Olisthopus parmatus iterans Casey.
Taxonomic history
Originally described as Feronia parmata by Say in 1823, later transferred to the Olisthopus.