Chlaenius flaccidus
G.Horn, 1876
Chlaenius flaccidus is a of ground beetle in the Carabidae. It is native to North America and has been documented in the United States. As a member of the Chlaenius, it belongs to a diverse group of ground beetles often characterized by metallic coloration and predatory habits. The species was described by G.Horn in 1876. Available records indicate limited observation data, with only three documented observations in iNaturalist.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Chlaenius flaccidus: /ˈkleɪniəs ˈflaksɪdəs/
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Distribution
North America; specifically recorded from the United States. Distribution records from GBIF indicate presence in the USA, though precise state-level distribution details are not well documented in available sources.
Similar Taxa
- Chlaenius tricolorAnother North American Chlaenius with documented association with agricultural ; both share the characteristics of metallic ground beetles with predatory habits
- Other Chlaenius speciesMembers of this share similar body plans and metallic coloration, requiring careful examination of specific morphological characters for definitive identification