Olisthopus parmatus
(Say, 1823)
Olisthopus parmatus is a in the , first described by Thomas Say in 1823. It is 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.