Darkling Ground Beetle
Harpalus caliginosus
A dark, sturdy ground beetle often found under stones, leaf litter, logs, and loose soil in fields, gardens, and open woodlands. It is mostly nocturnal, roaming the ground in search of weed seeds and small invertebrates. Its hard wing covers and compact body help protect it while squeezing through debris. Like many ground beetles, it can release irritating defensive chemicals when handled or threatened.
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- Conservation status
- NE
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- Darkling Ground Beetle