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Identification:
Prothorax with sharp hind angles; elytra with oviform sides, deep stria and convex intervals; third elytral interval with three dorsal punctures; terminal tarsal segment setose; body black to dark brown; appendages paler.

Range:
West coast of North America from California to Canada.

Natural History:
Found on damp ground in forests.

Last updated Thursday, July 20, 2006, by Lisa Ferrier