Oxygonus

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Coleoptera
Suborder: Polyphaga
Superfamily: Elateroidea
Family: Elateridae
Subfamily: Dendrometrinae
Tribe: Prosternini
Genus: Oxygonus

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Oxygonus: /ɔkˈsiːɡənəs/

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Summary

Oxygonus is a genus of beetles within the family Elateridae, known to comprise 4 species in North America. The genus includes Chlaenius oxygonus, a ground beetle found in the region.

Habitat

Found in the eastern states and provinces of North America including Oregon and California.

Distribution

North America, specifically in the eastern states and provinces plus Oregon and California.

Similar Taxa

Chlaenius oxygonus