Megapenthes nigriventris
LeConte, 1884
Megapenthes nigriventris is a of click beetle (Elateridae) described by LeConte in 1884. It belongs to the Megapenthes, a group characterized by bioluminescent larvae commonly known as glow-worms. The species is known from western North America, with confirmed records from British Columbia, Canada. As with other members of its genus, the larvae are likely predatory and bioluminescent, though specific details for this species remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Megapenthes nigriventris: /ˌmɛɡəˈpɛnθiːz ˌnaɪɡrɪˈvɛntrɪs/
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Distribution
British Columbia, Canada; western North America
Similar Taxa
- Megapenthes limbalisSimilar bioluminescent click beetle with overlapping western North American distribution; distinguished by differences in pronotal and elytral coloration patterns
- Megapenthes decipiensCongeneric with similar larval ; differ in body proportions and antennal structure
- Pyrearinus speciesOther bioluminescent elaterids with superficially similar glow-worm larvae; distinguished by and larval preferences