Polemius binotatus
Fall, 1907
A soldier beetle in the Cantharidae, described by Fall in 1907. Very few observations exist in public databases, suggesting it is either rare, undercollected, or restricted to specific . The epithet "binotatus" (two-marked) likely refers to distinctive elytral markings.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Polemius binotatus: //pəˈliːmiəs baɪnəʊˈteɪtəs//
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Distribution
North America. Specific range details are poorly documented due to limited collection records.
Similar Taxa
- Polemius laticornisCongeneric in the same ; separation requires examination of male genitalia or detailed antennal and pronotal proportions
- Other Cantharidae generaGeneral Cantharidae body plan (soft , parallel-sided body) shared; Polemius distinguished by antennal structure and pronotal shape