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22.03.2024
Cymindis humeralis (Geoffr., 1785)
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The ground beetle Cymindis humeralis (family Carabidae) is a characteristic species of calcareous grassland and heathland. The genus Cymindis comprises approx. 40 species in Europe, thereof nine are present in Germany. With 8 to 11 mm body length, Cymindis humeralis is medium-sized. Its coloration is typical: Dark, glabrous elytra with a light-colored spot at the base. The species is among to more common representatives of the genus. It is known to occur from the southern part of Northern Europe to North Africa and Western Asia. In Germany the species is widespread, but is not very often recorded. For this reason, and due to the progressing loss of its habitats, Cymindis humeralis is classified as vulnerable (RL 3) in the Red List of endangered species in Germany. (FB)
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