Operclipygus marginellus
(LeConte, 1860)
clown beetle
Operclipygus marginellus is a small clown in the . It is one of the earliest-described in a that has expanded dramatically with recent taxonomic revision. The species occurs in North America and is part of a group known for predatory habits and potential forensic applications.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Operclipygus marginellus: /ˌoʊpərˌklɪˈpaɪɡəs ˌmɑrdʒɪˈnɛləs/
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Distribution
United States: recorded from District of Columbia, Florida, Maryland, Texas, Wisconsin, and possibly California.
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Genus revision
The Operclipygus underwent major taxonomic revision in 2013, increasing from 21 to 159 described . Operclipygus marginellus was described by LeConte in 1860, predating this expansion.