Mecodema dunnorum facts for kids
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| Mecodema dunnorum Seldon & Buckley, 2019
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Mecodema dunnorum is a type of large ground beetle. It belongs to a group of beetles called Mecodema. You can find this beetle in some special native forests near Puhoi, north Auckland, New Zealand.
It is one of six Mecodema species that live only in the Auckland area. This means they are endemic to that region.
About the Dunn's Ground Beetle
This beetle is quite large for an insect. It lives in the native forests of New Zealand. Scientists are still learning a lot about its daily life and habits.
Why the Name?
This special beetle was named after Val Dunn and her husband, Arthur Dunn. They were very important people who worked hard to protect nature. They focused on conservation in the Puhoi-Warkworth areas of north Auckland.
The Dunn family helped set aside two forest areas, Remiger's Bush Scenic Reserve and Dunn's Bush Scenic Reserve. They made sure these native forests would be protected forever. This beetle's name honors their amazing efforts to save these natural places.
Where it Lives
The Mecodema dunnorum beetle lives in specific native forest patches. These areas are like special homes for many unique New Zealand creatures. Scientists are still studying its natural history. This includes what it eats, how it reproduces, and its full life cycle.
