Bembidion mexicanum
Dejean, 1831
Bembidion mexicanum is a of in the , first described by Dejean in 1831. It is a small in the Bembidion, which comprises numerous species of ground beetles found across diverse . The species has been documented in Central America and Mexico. Like other members of its genus, it is presumed to be a predatory beetle based on family-level characteristics, though specific ecological studies are limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Bembidion mexicanum: //bɛmˈbɪdiən ˌmeksɪˈkɑːnəm//
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Distribution
Documented from Belize, Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico. GBIF records indicate presence across Central America. Wikipedia sources describe its range as North America, though this appears to conflate Mexican and Central distribution with broader Nearctic region definitions.
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Taxonomic Note
The provided context contains substantial information about Bembidion brownorum, a recently described California named in 2023. This species is distinct from Bembidion mexicanum and should not be confused with it. Bembidion brownorum is characterized by its relatively large size (approximately 5 mm), enlarged , and green-gold metallic sheen. The two species occupy different geographic ranges: B. mexicanum in Central America/Mexico versus B. brownorum in California, USA.