Ophonus wrasei is a species of ground beetle in the family Carabidae, subfamily Harpalinae. It belongs to the genus Ophonus, which comprises a large group of terrestrial predatory beetles distributed mainly across the Palearctic region.
Taxonomic classification
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Coleoptera
- Family: Carabidae
- Subfamily: Harpalinae
- Genus: Ophonus
- Species: O. wrasei
Nomenclature
The specific epithet wrasei honors an individual with the surname Wrase, typical of taxonomic practice in entomology. The original description and authority for the species are not detailed in the available sources consulted for this entry.
Distribution and ecology
Current literature provides limited information on the geographic range, habitat preferences, and ecological role of Ophonus wrasei. Consequently, details regarding its distribution, life cycle, and conservation status remain uncertain.
Research status
Ophonus wrasei is recorded in taxonomic databases that catalogue Carabidae species, confirming its recognition as a valid taxon. However, comprehensive data concerning its biology, population dynamics, and environmental interactions have not been extensively published, and further field studies would be required to elucidate these aspects.