Blapstinus castaneus
Casey, 1890
Blapstinus castaneus is a of darkling beetle in the Tenebrionidae, described by Thomas Lincoln Casey Jr. in 1890. The Blapstinus comprises small to medium-sized tenebrionid beetles found primarily in arid and semi-arid regions of North America. As a member of this genus, B. castaneus is likely adapted to dry environments. The species is represented by limited specimen records in museum collections and few observations in citizen science databases.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Blapstinus castaneus: /blæpˈstiːnəs kæsˈteɪniəs/
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Distribution
North America. Specific distribution records are sparse; the has been documented in the southwestern United States based on limited collection data. Precise range boundaries remain poorly defined.
Similar Taxa
- Blapstinus spp.Other members of the Blapstinus share similar size, body form, and coloration. Distinguishing B. castaneus from requires examination of male genitalia and subtle differences in elytral microsculpture and antennal structure.