Pseudomorpha augustata
G.Horn, 1883
Pseudomorpha augustata is a of ground beetle described by G.Horn in 1883. It is a member of the diverse Carabidae, which includes many predatory beetles. The species is known from the United States and is part of the Pseudomorpha, a group of carabid beetles with limited published natural history information.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Pseudomorpha augustata: //sjuːˌdɔːˈmɔːrfə ɔːˈɡʊstɑːtə//
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Identification
Members of the Pseudomorpha are small to medium-sized carabid beetles. Specific diagnostic features for P. augustata distinguishing it from are not documented in readily available sources. Identification to level likely requires examination of male genitalia and comparison with .
Distribution
United States; North America. Specific state-level records are not well documented in available sources.
Similar Taxa
- Pseudomorpha vandykeiAnother in the same with overlapping North American distribution; morphological differences require detailed examination.
- Other Carabidae generaMany small ground beetles share general body form; Pseudomorpha may be distinguished by subtle characters of elytral and pronotal shape.
More Details
Taxonomic Note
The Pseudomorpha is part of the Carabidae but has received limited modern taxonomic treatment. -level relies heavily on historical descriptions.
Data Deficiency
This has only 2 observations in iNaturalist and minimal published natural history information, indicating it is rarely encountered or underreported.