Caccoplectus spinipes
Schaeffer, C., 1906
spine-legged pselaphid
Caccoplectus spinipes is a of ant-loving beetle in the Staphylinidae, commonly known as the spine-legged pselaphid. It was described by Schaeffer in 1906. The species is known to occur in Central America and North America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Caccoplectus spinipes: //ˌkæk.oʊˈplɛk.təs ˈspɪ.nə.peɪz//
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Distribution
Found in Central America and North America. Specific distribution records include the United States (Texas) and Panama.
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Taxonomic placement
Caccoplectus spinipes belongs to the Pselaphinae, a group of small rove beetles commonly referred to as ant-loving beetles due to their frequent association with colonies.
Etymology
The specific epithet 'spinipes' likely refers to spiny legs, consistent with the 'spine-legged pselaphid'.