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Hairy-horned Ground Beetle

Hairy-horned Ground Beetle

Loricera pilicornis

A small carabid beetle species found in temperate regions of Europe, characterized by distinctive hair-like sensory structures on its antennae.

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Hairy-horned Ground Beetle
Hairy-horned Ground Beetle
Hairy-horned Ground Beetle
Hairy-horned Ground Beetle
Hairy-horned Ground Beetle
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Typically inhabits forest floors, grasslands, and agricultural areas with moist soil conditions, often found under leaf litter, logs, and stones

Ecological Role

Plays a critical role as a predatory ground beetle in ecosystem pest control, consuming small invertebrates and contributing to soil microhabitat dynamics

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Hard chitinous exoskeleton with microscopic pubescence providing protection and sensory function
  • LIMBS WINGS Six robust legs adapted for rapid ground movement, elytra covering functional hindwings
  • HEAD SENSORY Prominent antennae with distinctive hair-like sensory structures, enhanced olfactory capabilities for detecting prey and environmental cues
  • BODY STRUCTURE Small elongated beetle, approximately 7-9 mm in length, with dark brown to black exoskeleton
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Francisco Welter-Schultes
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