Cyclotrachelus spoliatus
(Newman, 1838)
woodland ground beetle
Cyclotrachelus spoliatus is a of ground beetle in the Carabidae, first described by Newman in 1838. It is classified within the Cyclotrachelus, a group of woodland ground beetles distributed across North America. The species is recorded from the United States, though specific ecological details remain limited in published sources.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cyclotrachelus spoliatus: //ˌsaɪ.klə.tɹəˈkiː.ləs spoʊˈlaɪ.eɪ.təs//
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Habitat
Woodland ground beetles in the Cyclotrachelus are generally associated with forest floor , including leaf litter and soil environments. However, specific microhabitat preferences for C. spoliatus have not been documented.
Distribution
Recorded from the United States; distribution within North America requires further documentation. GBIF records indicate presence in the USA.
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Taxonomic Note
The was originally described by Newman in 1838. It is one of approximately 30 species currently recognized in the Cyclotrachelus, which is part of the diverse ground beetle tribe Pterostichini.