Akephorus marinus
LeConte, 1852
Akephorus marinus is a of ground beetle in the Carabidae, first described by LeConte in 1852. It belongs to the tribe Dyschiriini within the Scaritinae. The species is known from Central America and North America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Akephorus marinus: /æˈkɛfərəs məˈraɪnəs/
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Distribution
Central America and North America. Specific countries include Mexico and the United States.
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Etymology
The specific epithet 'marinus' is Latin for 'of the sea' or 'marine'. Despite this name, Akephorus marinus is a terrestrial ground beetle, not a marine organism. The name likely refers to coastal or salt marsh associations, though this remains unverified in published sources.