Paraclivina postica
(LeConte, 1846)
Paraclivina postica is a of ground beetle in the Carabidae. It was described by LeConte in 1846. The species is currently classified under the Paraclivina, though it has been treated as a synonym of Clivina postica in some taxonomic treatments. Records indicate presence in the United States and North America generally.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Paraclivina postica: /ˌpærəˈklɪvɪnə ˈpɒstɪkə/
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Distribution
United States; North America. Distribution records are sparse, with only two observations documented in iNaturalist.
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Taxonomic Status
Paraclivina postica is listed as a synonym in the Catalogue of Life, with Clivina postica as the accepted name. However, GBIF and iNaturalist recognize Paraclivina postica as the valid name. This taxonomic uncertainty reflects ongoing revisions within the Scaritinae .
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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