Chlaenius augustus

Newman, 1838

Chlaenius augustus is a of ground beetle in the Carabidae, described by Newman in 1838. The Chlaenius is large and diverse, with approximately 1,000 species worldwide, predominantly distributed in the Oriental and Afrotropical regions. Members of this genus are native to multiple biogeographic realms including the Palearctic, Near East, North Africa, Afrotropical region, and Nearctic. Chlaenius species are generally characterized by vivid metallic coloration and chemical defense capabilities.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Chlaenius augustus: //ˈkleɪniəs ɔːˈɡʌstəs//

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Distribution

Recorded as present in the United States and North America. The Chlaenius has a broad native range spanning the Palearctic (including Europe), Near East, North Africa, Afrotropical region, and Nearctic.

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