Amblopusa
Casey, 1893
Amblopusa is a of intertidal aleocharine rove beetles in the Staphylinidae, established by Casey in 1893. Members of this genus inhabit marine intertidal zones along Pacific coastlines. The genus includes at least two recognized : A. brevipes Casey and A. vancouverensis Yoo & Ahn, described from Vancouver Island, Canada.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Amblopusa: //ˌæmbləˈpuːsə//
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Identification
Amblopusa are distinguished from other Liparocephalini by their intertidal association and specific morphological characters of the mouthparts and genitalia. Accurate identification to species level requires examination of male and female genitalia and detailed mouthpart structures.
Habitat
Strictly intertidal marine environments, occurring in the zone between high and low tide marks along rocky coastlines.
Distribution
Amphipacific distribution. A. vancouverensis is known from Vancouver Island, Canada. A. brevipes has been recorded from the Aleutian Islands (Agattu Island).
Similar Taxa
- Other Liparocephalini generaAmblopusa is distinguished by its strict intertidal and associated morphological adaptations; other Liparocephalini occupy different .
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Taxonomic history
The was established by Casey in 1893. The second , A. vancouverensis, was described in 2020, bringing renewed attention to this poorly known intertidal genus.