Blemus discus
(Fabricius, 1792)
Discus Riverbank Ground Beetle
Blemus discus is a ground beetle in the Blemus, Carabidae. It has been recorded across parts of North America and Eurasia. The species belongs to the tribe Trechini, a group of small carabid beetles often associated with riparian and moist . The specific epithet "discus" refers to the disc-like body shape characteristic of this species.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Blemus discus: //ˈblɛ.mʊs ˈdɪs.kʊs//
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Distribution
Recorded from Canada, USA, Austria, Azerbaijan, and Belgium. The transatlantic distribution pattern suggests either a naturally wide range or possible introductions.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
- Catalogue of Life
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