Clivina impressefrons
LeConte, 1844
Slender Seedcorn Beetle
Clivina impressefrons is a of in the Scaritinae, first described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1844. It is commonly known as the Slender Seedcorn . The species belongs to the Clivina, a group of small ground beetles that superficially resemble one another and require careful examination for identification. It has been recorded in Canada and the United States.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Clivina impressefrons: /klɪˈviːnə ɪmˈprɛsɛfrɒnz/
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Distribution
Recorded in Canada and the United States (North America). Specific associations or range details beyond presence in these countries are not documented in available sources.
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Taxonomic Authority Note
Sources differ on the authority: LeConte, 1844 per Wikipedia and GBIF; Dejean, 1844 per NCBI. LeConte is the accepted authority in most modern taxonomic databases for this .
Genus Context
Clivina and related are noted for superficial morphological similarity, requiring detailed examination for accurate identification. This pattern is common among scaritine .