Schaeffer-1910

Guides

  • Anisodactylus texanus

    Texas Prick

    Anisodactylus texanus is a ground beetle in the family Carabidae, described by Schaeffer in 1910. The species is endemic to Texas and surrounding regions. It belongs to a genus of small to medium-sized carabid beetles commonly found in open habitats. The common name "Texas Prick" has been proposed humorously based on a literal interpretation of the scientific name, though this is not formally accepted.

  • Cymindis arizonensis

    Cymindis arizonensis is a species of ground beetle in the subfamily Harpalinae, described by Schaeffer in 1910. The genus Cymindis comprises numerous species of ground beetles distributed across the Northern Hemisphere. Like other members of Carabidae, this species is likely a nocturnal predator. Records indicate presence in the United States and North America, though detailed ecological information remains limited.

  • Selenophorus concinnus

    Selenophorus concinnus is a species of ground beetle in the family Carabidae. It was described by Schaeffer in 1910. The species is found in North America, with records from the United States. As a member of the genus Selenophorus, it belongs to a group of nocturnal ground beetles often associated with sandy or disturbed habitats.