Micropeplus laticollis
Mäklin, 1853
Large-collared Marsh Rove Beetle
Micropeplus laticollis is a of in the Micropeplinae, characterized by its distinctive broad that gives rise to both its specific epithet ('laticollis' = broad-necked) and . The species occurs across northern North America from Alaska and Yukon through Canada to the northern United States. Like other members of its , it is associated with marshy or wetland . The subfamily Micropeplinae is a small, specialized group within the megadiverse .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Micropeplus laticollis: //ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈpɛp.ləs ˌlæ.tɪˈkɔ.lɪs//
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Identification
Distinguished from other Micropeplus and other by the exceptionally broad, expanded that is markedly wider than the . The Micropeplus itself is characterized by compact body form and preferences. Specific characters separating M. laticollis from require examination and are not well documented in general sources.
Habitat
Associated with marshy or wetland environments, as indicated by the 'Large-collared Marsh .' Specific microhabitat details within wetlands are not well documented.
Distribution
Northern North America: Alaska and Yukon Territory (Canada) south through western Canada (British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba) and eastern Canada (Quebec, Ontario, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador) to northern United States (Colorado, Idaho, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, New Mexico, New Hampshire, Wyoming).
Similar Taxa
- Other Micropeplus speciesShare the same and general body plan with and compact form, but differ in pronotal width and shape; M. laticollis is specifically characterized by its exceptionally broad
- Other MicropeplinaeShare characteristics including small size and compact form, but Micropeplus is distinguished by specific pronotal and antennal features
More Details
Taxonomic placement
The Micropeplinae is a small, morphologically distinctive group within . Its members were historically difficult to place phylogenetically due to their specialized .
Data limitations
This appears to be rarely encountered and poorly represented in biological collections, with only a single observation in iNaturalist as of source date. Detailed information appears to be lacking in the primary literature.