About Leistus ferrugineus (Linnaeus, 1758)
Leistus ferrugineus, commonly known as the Palearctic rusty basket-throat, is a species of ground beetle that belongs to the family Carabidae. This species is native to the Palearctic realm and has been introduced to northeastern North America. It can be found living in a variety of habitats including mixed forests, moist gravelly ground, grassy areas, hedges, and open woodland. Adult individuals of this species are brachypterous, meaning they have short or underdeveloped wings.
