Carcinops viridicollis
Marseul, 1855
clown beetle
Carcinops viridicollis is a of clown beetle in the Histeridae, first described by Marseul in 1855. It is distributed across Central America and North America, with records from the southwestern United States (Arizona), Mexico, and Guatemala. The specific epithet "viridicollis" (green-necked) suggests a distinctive coloration feature. As a member of the Histeridae family, it belongs to a group of beetles commonly associated with decomposing organic matter.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Carcinops viridicollis: //kɑːrˈsaɪnɒps vɪˌrɪdɪˈkoʊlɪs//
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Distribution
Found in Central America and North America. Specific distribution records include: United States (Arizona), Mexico, and Guatemala.
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Taxonomic Note
Carcinops viridicollis was described by Marseul in 1855. The Catalogue of Life lists this name as a synonym, while GBIF treats it as an accepted name. The specific epithet "viridicollis" refers to a green-colored neck or collar region, a characteristic that may aid in field identification.
Related Species in Poultry Systems
While no direct information is available for C. viridicollis in agricultural settings, a congeneric , Carcinops pumilio, has been documented as a significant agent in poultry operations. C. pumilio feeds on house fly and first-instar larvae, consuming 13-24 eggs per day. Both and stages inhabit surface layers of poultry manure. This suggests that C. viridicollis may share similar ecological preferences, though this has not been confirmed.