Brachinus angustatus facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Brachinus angustatus |
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| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Coleoptera |
| Family: | Carabidae |
| Genus: | Brachinus |
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B. angustatus
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| Brachinus angustatus Dejean, 1831
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The Brachinus angustatus is a type of ground beetle. These beetles are known for their quick movements on the ground. You can find this specific beetle in Spain and parts of North Africa, like Algeria and Morocco.
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About the Brachinus angustatus Beetle
This beetle belongs to a group called Carabinae, which is a large family of ground beetles. They are often found in dry, open areas. Like many beetles, they have a hard outer shell that protects their bodies.
Where Does It Live?
The Brachinus angustatus beetle prefers warmer climates. It lives in countries around the Mediterranean Sea. This includes Spain in Europe and countries like Algeria and Morocco in North Africa. These areas have the right kind of environment for these beetles to thrive.
Who Discovered This Beetle?
The Brachinus angustatus was officially described in 1831. It was named by a famous French entomologist (someone who studies insects) named Pierre François Marie Auguste Dejean. Count Dejean had a huge collection of insects, especially beetles. He helped identify and name many different species during his time. This particular beetle was one of the many interesting insects he found and studied.
See also
- For more information in Spanish: Brachinus angustatus para niños
