Dinothenarus luteipes
(J.L.LeConte, 1861)
Dinothenarus luteipes is a rove beetle ( Staphylinidae) described from western North America. The Dinothenarus belongs to the diverse staphylinid fauna characterized by abbreviated that expose most of the . This has been documented from California and Mexico based on specimen records.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dinothenarus luteipes: //ˌdaɪnoʊˈθɛnərəs ˈluːtiˌaɪps//
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Distribution
United States (California) and Mexico. Distribution records are sparse and based on limited specimen data.
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Taxonomic note
The Dinothenarus was established to accommodate previously placed in related genera. The specific epithet 'luteipes' refers to yellowish (luteus) feet/legs (pes), suggesting a diagnostic color character for this species.