Cercyon laminatus
Sharp, 1873
Cercyon laminatus is a small water scavenger beetle in the Hydrophilidae. The has a broad distribution spanning multiple continents, with native records from Asia and introduced established in Europe, Hawaii, Chile, and Australia. It is one of many Cercyon species adapted to moist or aquatic environments where it contributes to decomposition processes.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cercyon laminatus: //ˈsɜːr.si.ɒn ˌlæ.mɪˈneɪ.təs//
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Habitat
Moist environments associated with decaying organic matter; found in , compost, and other decomposing substrates near water sources.
Distribution
Native to East Asia including Japan, Russia (European part, Siberia, Far East, Kuriles), China (Guangdong, Guangxi, Hong Kong, Hubei, Hunan, Jilin, Shaanxi, Sichuan), Taiwan, Nepal, and parts of Africa (Ethiopia, Kenya, Zambia). Introduced to Europe, Turkey, Israel, Hawaiian Islands, Chile, and Australia.
Ecological Role
Contributes to nutrient cycling through decomposition of organic matter in moist .
More Details
Taxonomic note
Catalogue of Life lists this as a synonym, though GBIF and other sources treat it as accepted. The species was described by Sharp in 1873.
Introduction history
The has been introduced to multiple regions outside its native range, including Europe, Hawaii, Chile, and Australia, likely through human-mediated transport of organic matter or agricultural products.