Psiloscelis subopaca
(LeConte, 1863)
clown beetle
Psiloscelis subopaca is a of clown beetle in the Histeridae, first described by LeConte in 1863. It is a small distributed across western and central North America, with records from Canada and the United States. Like other histerids, it is likely associated with decomposing organic matter, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Psiloscelis subopaca: /psɪˈloʊsɛlɪs suˈboʊˌpækə/
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Distribution
Recorded from western and central North America. Canadian records include Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba (uncertain), Saskatchewan, and Yukon Territory. United States records include Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oregon, and Washington.