Zyras obliquus
(Casey, 1893)
Zyras obliquus is a of rove beetle in the Staphylinidae. It measures 4.0–6.5 mm in length and is distributed transcontinentally across North America from the northern United States to the southern half of Canada. have been collected in both coniferous and deciduous forests. The species has been confused with the closely related Palearctic species Zyras haworthi.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Zyras obliquus: /ˈzaɪ.ræs əˈblɪ.kwəs/
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Habitat
have been collected in both coniferous and deciduous forests.
Distribution
North America: transcontinental from northern United States to southern half of Canada. GBIF records indicate presence in Canadian provinces (Alberta, British Columbia, Labrador, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Quebec, Saskatchewan) and US states (Michigan, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, Oregon).
Seasonality
have been collected in June–August.
Similar Taxa
- Zyras haworthiClosely related Palearctic with which Z. obliquus has been historically confused.