Scaphinotus (Brennus) rugiceps incipiens (Casey 1897)
General description:
Geographic Status: NEA
Locality: Native, New World. USA-CA.
Common Name: Casey's Snail-eating Beetle
Synonyms: Brennus incipiens Casey, 1897
Biology:
Macrohabitat: Lowlands to uplands, 24-1550 meters altitude, in mixed and coniferous forests. Microhabitat: Ground-dwelling. Dispersal abilites: Brachypterous, hence flightless thus vagility limited to walking or running. Seasonal occurance: Adults have been found in April-September. Behavior: Nocturnal, taking cover during the day under stones and fallen trees. (Erwin, 2001; Gidaspow, 1968; Larochelle & Lariviere, 2003; Data from CAS, NMNH collections)