Eleodes obscura glabriuscula
Blaisdell, 1925
Eleodes obscura glabriuscula is a of the widespread darkling beetle Eleodes obscura, distinguished by its relatively smoother (less setose) elytral surface compared to the nominate subspecies. As a member of the Eleodes subgenus Eleodes, it exhibits the characteristic defensive -stand posture typical of clown beetles when threatened. The subspecies occurs in western North America and shares the general preferences of E. obscura, favoring arid and semi-arid environments.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Eleodes obscura glabriuscula: /ɛˈlɛ.oʊˌdiːz ɑbˈskjʊrə ɡlæbriˈʌskjʊlə/
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Distribution
Western North America; exact range boundaries relative to nominate E. obscura obscura not well documented in available sources.
Similar Taxa
- Eleodes obscura obscuraNominate differs in having more densely setose (hairy) ; E. o. glabriuscula has sparser, shorter setae giving a smoother appearance.