Bembidion postremum
Say, 1830
Bembidion postremum is a of ground beetle in the Carabidae, described by Thomas Say in 1830. It is found in North America, with records from Canada and the United States. As a member of the Bembidion, it belongs to a large and diverse group of small carabid beetles commonly known as ground beetles. Information on its and remains limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Bembidion postremum: /bɛmˈbɪdiɒn pɒˈstrɛmʊm/
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Distribution
Canada; United States; North America
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Taxonomic Note
Bembidion postremum was described by Thomas Say in 1830. It should not be confused with Bembidion brownorum Maddison, Sproul & Will, 2023, a distinct named in honor of former California Governor Jerry Brown and his wife Anne Brown. Bembidion brownorum was rediscovered after 55 years and is characterized by its relatively large size (approximately 5 mm), green and gold metallic sheen, and unusually shaped prothorax.
Data Availability
Only 2 observations are recorded in iNaturalist as of the knowledge cutoff. Historical museum specimens exist but are sparse, with many Bembidion being undercollected due to their small size and specific requirements.