Enoclerus vetus
(Wolcott, 1927)
Orange Tamaulipan Enoclerus
Enoclerus vetus is a of checkered beetle in the Cleridae. It occurs in North America. Like other members of the Enoclerus, it is likely associated with dead wood where it preys on other beetles, particularly woodboring species. The specific epithet "vetus" (Latin for "old") was given by Wolcott in 1927. The species is known from relatively few observations.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Enoclerus vetus: /ɛnəˈklɛrəs ˈvɛtəs/
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Distribution
North America. Specific details regarding range within North America are not well documented in available sources.
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Taxonomic history
Described by Wolcott in 1927. The specific epithet 'vetus' is Latin for 'old'.
Observation frequency
As of available records, this has relatively few documented observations compared to other Enoclerus species such as E. ichneumoneus.