Malthodes spado
LeConte, 1866
soldier beetle
Malthodes spado is a of soldier beetle in the Cantharidae, described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1866. It belongs to the Malthininae and tribe Malthodini. The species is known to occur in North America. Members of the Malthodes are generally small soldier beetles with reduced .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Malthodes spado: /ˈmælθoʊdiːz ˈspeɪdoʊ/
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Identification
Identification of Malthodes spado requires examination of specific morphological features distinguishing it from . Malthodes are characterized by short that expose several abdominal segments, a trait common within the Malthininae. Detailed diagnostic features for M. spado specifically are not documented in available sources.
Distribution
North America. Specific range details within this region are not documented in available sources.
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Taxonomic context
Malthodes spado is part of the tribe Malthodini, which contains approximately 100 described globally. The Malthodes is the type genus of this tribe.