Platynus lyratus
(Chaudoir, 1879)
Platynus lyratus is a ground beetle in the Carabidae, first described by Chaudoir in 1879. The is distributed across North America, with records from the United States and Mexico. As a member of the Platynus, it belongs to a group of ground beetles characterized by their elongated body form and association with forest floor . Available records indicate it is a rarely encountered species, with limited observational data.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Platynus lyratus: /ˈplætɪnəs laɪˈreɪtəs/
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Distribution
Recorded from the United States and Mexico. Distribution spans North America, though specific range boundaries are poorly documented.