Zyras rudis
(J.L.LeConte, 1866)
Zyras rudis is a of rove beetle in the Staphylinidae. It is to the United States with confirmed records from Washington, D.C. (the type locality) and Arizona. measure 5–5.5 mm in length. The species is known from only two iNaturalist observations, indicating it is rarely encountered or poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Zyras rudis: /ˈzaɪ.rəs ˈruː.dɪs/
These audio files are automatically generated. While they are not always 100% accurate, they are a good starting point.
Identification
No specific diagnostic characters are documented for distinguishing Zyras rudis from . As with many rove beetles in the large Zyras, identification likely requires examination of subtle morphological features such as antennal structure, pronotal shape, and male genitalia.
Distribution
to the United States. Confirmed records from Washington, D.C. (type locality) and Arizona. GBIF records indicate presence in North America with specific localities in Arizona and Washington, D.C.
More Details
Taxonomic note
The Zyras contains numerous , many of which are poorly known and difficult to identify without specialized taxonomic expertise. The specific epithet 'rudis' is Latin for 'rough' or 'unpolished,' though the basis for this name is not documented in available sources.
Data deficiency
With only two observations recorded on iNaturalist and minimal published information, Zyras rudis represents a data-deficient . Its actual distribution, preferences, and ecological associations remain largely unknown.