Trechus vandykei pisgahensis
Barr, 1979
A of ground beetle in the Carabidae, described by Barr in 1979. This belongs to the Trechus, a diverse group of small carabid beetles commonly known as ground beetles. The subspecific epithet 'pisgahensis' suggests an association with Pisgah, likely referring to a geographic location in the southeastern United States.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Trechus vandykei pisgahensis: /ˈtrɛkəs vænˈdaɪkaɪ pɪsɡəˈhɛnsɪs/
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Distribution
United States; North America. Records indicate presence in the USA, with the subspecific name suggesting association with Pisgah (likely Pisgah National Forest or surrounding region in North Carolina).
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
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