Elaphropus luteus is a species of ground beetle in the family Carabidae and subfamily Trechinae. It was first described by the British entomologist Herbert Edward Andrewes in 1925.
Taxonomy
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Coleoptera
- Family: Carabidae
- Subfamily: Trechinae
- Tribe: Bembidiini
- Subtribe: Tachyina
- Genus: Elaphropus
- Species: E. luteus
Synonyms
- Tachys luteus Andrewes, 1925
- Tachyura lutea (Andrewes, 1925)
Description and Ecology Like many members of the family Carabidae, Elaphropus luteus is a predatory beetle, feeding on small arthropods such as springtails (Collembola) and other soft-bodied invertebrates. Its activity typically peaks during the warmer months, with adults commonly observed from late spring through early autumn. As a ground beetle, it inhabits terrestrial environments and is part of the diverse carabid fauna found across multiple continents.
Distribution Specific distribution data for this species is limited in available sources. The genus Elaphropus contains at least 370 described species worldwide.
References
- "Elaphropus luteus (Andrewes, 1925)". Catalogue of Life. Retrieved 2023-04-09.
- Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS). Report: Elaphropus luteus (TSN 932888).
