Bembidion orion
Cooper & Maddison, 2014
Bembidion orion is a of ground beetle in the Carabidae, described by Cooper and Maddison in 2014. The species belongs to the large Bembidion, which comprises numerous small, often metallic beetles that are primarily ground-dwelling . Like other members of its genus, B. orion is likely associated with moist near water bodies. The species is known from limited collection records in the United States.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Bembidion orion: /bɛmˈbɪdiɔn ˈoʊriˌɒn/
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Distribution
United States. Distribution records are sparse, with GBIF indicating occurrences in the USA.
Ecological Role
As a member of the Carabidae , Bembidion orion likely functions as a of small in soil and ground-level . Ground beetles in this are known to consume a variety of prey including springtails, mites, and other small arthropods.
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Taxonomic note
Bembidion orion was formally described in 2014 by Cooper and Maddison. The specific epithet 'orion' was chosen by the authors. The is part of the hyperdiverse Bembidion, which contains over 1,200 described species worldwide and is known for its taxonomic complexity.
Research context
The Bembidion has been subject to extensive phylogenetic study by David Maddison and colleagues, who have used molecular and morphological data to clarify relationships within this challenging group. Bembidion orion was described as part of ongoing efforts to document North American biodiversity in this genus.