Dyschirius (Eudyschirius) fedorenkoi
General description:
Geographic: NEO
Distribution: Native, New World. Brazil – Amazonas; Perú.
Common name: Fedorenko’s Discolored Beetle
Synonym: Dyschiriodes fedorenkoi Bulirsch, 2006:8
Biology:
Macrohabitat: Lowlands, < 200 meters altitude, on large rivers margins. Microhabitat:
Adults are ground-dwelling. Dispersal abilities: Macropterous, capable of
flight; slow runners, strong burrowers. Seasonal occurrence: Adults have been found in
June and August. Behavior: Adults are nocturnal, predaceous, and take cover during the day
in burrows they dig in the substrate. Adults are attracted to lights. Adults aestivate during the
dry season in the substrate.