Notiophilus directus
Casey, 1920
straight big-eyed beetle
Notiophilus directus is a of ground beetle in the Carabidae, commonly known as the straight big-eyed . It occurs in western North America, from the Canadian prairies through the Rocky Mountains to the southwestern United States. The species inhabits moist near water bodies and glacial deposits. exhibit wing dimorphism, with individuals varying in wing development.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Notiophilus directus: /noʊtiˈɒfɪləs daɪˈrɛktəs/
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Habitat
Moraines and areas near brooks and lakes.
Distribution
North America: Alberta, British Columbia, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming.
Behavior
are wing-dimorphic: some individuals are (fully winged) and others are brachypterous (short-winged).