Clivina alabama
Bousquet, 2012
Clivina alabama is a in the Scaritinae, described by Bousquet in 2012. It is known from the southeastern United States. As a member of the Clivina, it belongs to a group of small, ground beetles commonly referred to as -like due to their compact body form and short . The species was established relatively recently, reflecting ongoing taxonomic refinement within this morphologically conservative genus.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Clivina alabama: /klɪˈvaɪnə æləˈbæmə/
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Distribution
Southeastern United States.
Similar Taxa
- ClivinaOther in the Clivina share the characteristic compact body form, short , and ; precise identification requires examination of male and other subtle morphological characters.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
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