Scarites lissopterus
Chaudoir, 1881
Scarites lissopterus is a ground beetle in the Carabidae, described by Chaudoir in 1881. Like other members of the Scarites, it is a predatory . The is found in North America, though specific details about its and remain poorly documented compared to better-studied such as Scarites subterraneus.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Scarites lissopterus: //sˈkæ.ɹɪ.tiːz lɪsˈsɒpt.ɛ.rəs//
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Distribution
North America; recorded from the United States.
Similar Taxa
- Scarites subterraneusClosely related with similar body plan and ; S. subterraneus is better studied and frequently encountered in eastern North America, making it a likely point of confusion.
- Other Scarites speciesMembers of the share distinctive elongated , prominent , and (burrowing) adaptations that require careful examination for -level identification.
More Details
Taxonomic note
The specific epithet 'lissopterus' refers to the smooth wing condition (from Greek 'lissos' = smooth, 'pteron' = wing), distinguishing it from some with sculptured or striated .
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
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