Acritus discus

LeConte, J. L., 1853

clown beetle

Acritus discus is a small clown beetle in the Histeridae, described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1853. It belongs to the Abraeinae, a group of diminutive histerids often associated with decaying organic matter. The is recorded from multiple localities in eastern North America, including Georgia, Indiana, and New York.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Acritus discus: /ˈæk.rɪ.təs ˈdɪs.kəs/

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Distribution

Recorded from Georgia, Indiana, and New York in the United States. GBIF indicates presence in North America generally.

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Taxonomic Status

The Catalogue of Life lists Acritus discus as a synonym, while GBIF treats it as an accepted name. The was originally described by LeConte in 1853.

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