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Polychrome Harp Ground Beetle

Harpalus affinis

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (Canada, United States).

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇦 Canada 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇨🇭 Switzerland 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Similar Species in Harpalus

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Brush-thighed Seed-eater
Harpalus froelichii
Endangered
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Red-Legged Harp Ground Beetle
Harpalus rubripes
Least Concern
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St. Bees Seed-eater
Harpalus honestus
Critically Endangered
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Strawberry Harp Ground Beetle
Harpalus rufipes
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Polychrome Harp Ground Beetle?
The scientific name of Polychrome Harp Ground Beetle is Harpalus affinis. It belongs to the genus Harpalus.
What is the conservation status of Polychrome Harp Ground Beetle?
Polychrome Harp Ground Beetle (Harpalus affinis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Polychrome Harp Ground Beetle live?
Polychrome Harp Ground Beetle is found in Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, United States.
What family does Polychrome Harp Ground Beetle belong to?
Polychrome Harp Ground Beetle (Harpalus affinis) belongs to the genus Harpalus, which is part of the taxonomic family Carabidae.
Is Polychrome Harp Ground Beetle endangered?
No, Polychrome Harp Ground Beetle (Harpalus affinis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Polychrome Harp Ground Beetle belong to?
Polychrome Harp Ground Beetle (Harpalus affinis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Polychrome Harp Ground Beetle?
The closest relatives of Polychrome Harp Ground Beetle in the genus Harpalus include Brush-thighed Seed-eater, Red-Legged Harp Ground Beetle, St. Bees Seed-eater, Strawberry Harp Ground Beetle.

Native Range — 7 Countries

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Genus Harpalus — 5 Species

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Brush-thighed Seed-eater
Harpalus froelichii
EN
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Polychrome Harp Ground Beetle
Harpalus affinis
LC
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Red-Legged Harp Ground Beetle
Harpalus rubripes
LC 🐾
St. Bees Seed-eater
Harpalus honestus
CR 🐾
Strawberry Harp Ground Beetle
Harpalus rufipes
LC
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