Aleodorus bilobatus
Say, 1833
Two-lobed Minute Rove Beetle
Aleodorus bilobatus is a small rove beetle (Staphylinidae) native to eastern North America. measure 2.8–4.1 mm and exhibit variable coloration from light brown to black. The is associated with wet riparian , particularly vegetation along rivers and ditches. It is classified in the tribe Falagriini within the Aleocharinae.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Aleodorus bilobatus: //ˌæl.iˈoʊ.dɔːr.əs baɪˈloʊ.beɪ.təs//
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Identification
Small rove beetle (2.8–4.1 mm) with variable -brown to piceous-black coloration. The specific epithet 'bilobatus' refers to a two-lobed structure, likely on the genitalia or tergites, though precise diagnostic features require microscopic examination. Separation from and other small aleocharines depends on detailed examination of male genitalia and tarsal formula.
Habitat
Wet , specifically vegetation along rivers and ditches. Riparian zones with persistent moisture and herbaceous vegetation.
Distribution
Eastern North America. Canada: Ontario, Quebec. USA: Connecticut, District of Columbia, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia.