Clathroneuria schwarzi
(Currie, 1903)
Clathroneuria schwarzi is a of antlion in the Myrmeleontidae, first described by Currie in 1903 as Brachynemurus schwarzi. The species is distributed across Central America and North America. Antlions are predatory insects in their larval stage, known for constructing pit traps in sandy or loose soil to capture prey.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Clathroneuria schwarzi: //ˌklæθroʊˈnjʊəriə ˈʃwɑrtsi//
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Distribution
Central America and North America. GBIF records confirm presence in Middle America and North America.
More Details
Taxonomic History
Originally described as Brachynemurus schwarzi by Currie in 1903, this was later transferred to the Clathroneuria.
Data Limitations
Published information on the , , and of this specific appears to be limited in the available sources. Most general knowledge about antlions derives from studies of more common or better-documented species.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- NCBI Taxonomy
- Catalogue of Life
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