Hister dispar

LeConte, J.E., 1844

clown beetle

Hister dispar is a of clown beetle in the Histeridae, described by J.E. LeConte in 1844. The species is found in North America, with records from the United States and Canada. As a member of Histeridae, it belongs to a family of predatory beetles characterized by their shiny metallic appearance and flattened legs.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Hister dispar: //ˈhɪstər ˈdɪspar//

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Distribution

Found in North America. Distribution records include Canada (Ontario) and the United States (Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, South Carolina).

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Taxonomic history

First described by J.E. LeConte in 1844.

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