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Granulate ground beetle

Carabus granulatus

A carabid beetle species native to Europe, characterized by its granulated exoskeleton and predatory behavior in terrestrial ecosystems.

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Temperate forest floors, grasslands, agricultural edges, and woodland margins across European regions with moist, organic-rich soil environments

Significant predator of soil invertebrates, contributing to pest control and ecosystem balance in woodland and agricultural landscapes

SKIN COAT Metallic dark blue to black exoskeleton with fine granular texture, providing camouflage and protection
LIMBS WINGS Strong cursorial legs adapted for rapid ground movement, elytra covering functional hindwings
HEAD SENSORY Large compound eyes, robust mandibles for predation, highly sensitive antennae for environmental navigation
BODY STRUCTURE Elongated beetle body, approximately 18-24 mm in length, with distinctive granulated exoskeleton surface

Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Georgiy Jacobson

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Harpalus rufipes

Abax parallelepipedus

Bembidion quadrimaculatum