Eleodes pimelioides
Mannerheim, 1843
desert stink beetle, stout darkling beetle
Eleodes pimelioides is a small of darkling beetle in the Tenebrionidae. It has been observed in alpine coniferous forest , where it is active at night. The species is part of the diverse Eleodes , commonly known as desert stink beetles or clown beetles, though this particular species appears to favor cooler, higher-elevation environments rather than true desert conditions.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Eleodes pimelioides: /ɛ.liˈoʊ.diːz paɪ.miː.liˈoʊ.aɪdiːz/
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Habitat
Alpine coniferous forest; observed in pine duff and on rocks surrounding campsites at high elevations (~6600-8300 ft).
Distribution
Western North America; recorded from British Columbia, Canada and the southwestern United States including Arizona (Kaibab Plateau) and likely other montane areas.
Seasonality
Active in early September; observed during nighttime collecting in mid-September.
Behavior
; has been observed crawling through pine duff and on rocks at night. Occurs in —dozens of individuals were found active simultaneously in suitable .
Similar Taxa
- Eleodes suturalisSimilar and general body form, but E. suturalis is notably larger and has distinct elytral coloration with reddish tones
- Eleodes hispilabrisAnother congeneric darkling beetle with similar overall appearance, distinguished by specific setation and body proportions
- Eleodes obscura sulcipennisFound in similar , conifer-associated ; larger with distinct sulcate