Anepsius montanus
Casey, 1891
Mountain Darkling Beetle
Anepsius montanus is a () described by Casey in 1891. The is known from Alberta, Canada, with very few documented observations. As a member of the Anepsius, it belongs to a group of tenebrionid typically associated with dry, often montane . The "Mountain Darkling Beetle" reflects its alpine or subalpine distribution pattern.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Anepsius montanus: /æˈnɛpsiˌʊs mɒnˈtænəs/
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Distribution
Alberta, Canada. Distribution records are sparse, with only three documented observations as of available data.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Species Records and Accounts
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