Podabrus appendiculatus
Fall, 1928
Podabrus appendiculatus is a soldier beetle in the Cantharidae, described by Fall in 1928. It belongs to a commonly found in California and across North America. Like other soldier beetles, it is likely predatory on soft-bodied insects, though -specific documentation is limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Podabrus appendiculatus: /poʊˈdeɪbrʊs əˌpɛndɪˈkjuːlətəs/
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Distribution
North America. The Podabrus is noted as common in California, with approximately 160 of soldier beetles in 11 genera occurring in the state.
Similar Taxa
- Other Podabrus speciesMembers of this share the characteristic pronotum wider than the and wider than long, with 11-segmented threadlike . Specific identification to level requires examination of subtle morphological features not detailed in available sources.
- Cantharis speciesAnother common of soldier beetles in California with similar elongate body form and coloration patterns of dark brown to black with orange, red, or yellow markings.
- Chauliognathus speciesFrequently encountered soldier beetle in the same region with comparable and ecological habits.
More Details
Taxonomic note
The was described by H.C. Fall in 1928. GBIF records confirm its accepted status with exact name matching.
Genus context
Podabrus is one of three common of soldier beetles in California, alongside Cantharis and Chauliognathus. These beetles are sometimes called 'leatherwings' due to their soft, flexible .