Eleodes subnitens

LeConte, 1851

desert stink beetle

Eleodes subnitens is a of desert stink in the . It is one of many species within the large Eleodes, commonly known as clown beetles or desert stink beetles due to their defensive posture of raising the when threatened. The species was described by LeConte in 1851. Records indicate a distribution in Mexico.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Eleodes subnitens: /ɛˈliːədiːz sʌbˈnaɪtɛnz/

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Distribution

Mexico (MX)

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Taxonomic note

The provided context contains extensive discussion of Eleodes suturalis and Eleodes hispilabris, but no specific morphological or ecological details for Eleodes subnitens beyond its taxonomic placement. The context should not be conflated with E. subnitens.

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