Lophoglossus gravis
LeConte, 1873
woodland ground beetle
Lophoglossus gravis is a of ground beetle in the Carabidae, described by LeConte in 1873. It belongs to the Pterostichinae, a group often associated with forested . The species is known from North America, with records primarily from the United States.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lophoglossus gravis: /loː.fɔˈɡlɔs.sus ˈɡraː.wɪs/
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Habitat
Woodland environments, based on its designation as a 'woodland ground beetle'.
Distribution
North America; specifically recorded from the United States.
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Taxonomic placement
The Lophoglossus is classified within the tribe Pterostichini, subtribe Pterostichina. This placement reflects its morphological affinities with other members of this diverse ground beetle lineage.