Leptoschema

Horn, 1885

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Leptoschema is a of click beetles (Elateridae) established by George Henry Horn in 1885. The genus is currently considered taxonomically doubtful, indicating uncertainty about its validity or distinctness from related genera. It is placed within the Elateridae, a large group of beetles characterized by their ability to right themselves using a prosternal process that fits into a mesosternal groove. Very few observations of this genus exist in public databases.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Leptoschema: /ˌlɛptoʊˈskiːmə/

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Taxonomic Status

The is marked as 'DOUBTFUL' in GBIF, indicating that its validity as a distinct is questioned. This may reflect insufficient original description, loss of , or suspected synonymy with another elaterid genus.

Observation Data

Only 12 observations are recorded in iNaturalist, suggesting the is either genuinely rare, poorly known, or frequently misidentified to other genera.

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