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Darkling Beetle - Merinus laevis
Copyright © 2010 G.K. Gerber

Darkling Beetle - Merinus laevis
Hopkins Gap, Little North Mountain, Rockingham County, Virginia, USA
August 9, 2010
Size: 23 mm
This beetle was found on recently cut oak firewood. Based on BugGuide pictures and images from the Florida darkling beetle key I think this may be Merinus laevis, especially with the fine punctation of the elytra and the broad femora. Will await expert opinion though before placing it.

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Contributed by G.K. Gerber on 9 August, 2010 - 9:51pm
Last updated 10 August, 2010 - 5:31am

nice series -- thanks
Moved from Darkling Beetles.
… v belov, 10 August, 2010 - 5:31am

teneb
I agree with Merinus laevus, based on the criteria you mention.
… Blaine Mathison, 10 August, 2010 - 5:12am

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