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Acupalpus nanellus

Acupalpus nanellus

Canada, United States of America
Status
Not Evaluated

IUCN conservation assessment category

Habitat
Forest

Primary ecological niche & biome

Diet
Omnivorous

Dietary type and primary food source

Activity
Diurnal

Diurnal, nocturnal, or active patterns

Scientific Summary

GBIF Taxonomic Backbone & Wikipedia Registry Profile

Distribution. This species ranges from Nova Scotia (Lindroth 1968: 933) to northwestern Minnesota (Polk County, CMNH), north to southeastern Manitoba (Roughley et al. 2010: 230; CMNH), south at least to southwestern Pennsylvania (Allegheny County, CMNH) and Rhode Island (Casey 1914: 268). One old specimen simply labeled from Illinois is known (CMNH). The record from " Connecticut " (Bousquet and Larochelle 1993: 228) needs confirmation (see Krinsky and Oliver 2001: 4).
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Acupalpus nanellus is officially designated as Not Evaluated. Current field registries estimate a global population composed of an unquantified number of individuals, making habitat preservation critical to maintaining their wild populations.

It is typically endemic to forest, showing great physiological synergy with its surroundings. In terms of dietary preferences, it relies primarily on a diet of diverse organic matter. It exhibits specialized adaptations centered around a its natural cycle activity pattern, optimizing its energy conservation and interactions within its native ecosystem.

Ongoing biological monitoring and ecological advocacy emphasize the importance of protecting this species. The stability of its food chain and the prevention of fragmentation in its primary range are vital for the continued survival of Acupalpus nanellus.

Energy & Activity Profile
Habitat & Adaptation Index
Quick Facts
Native RangeCanada, United States of America
Habitat RangeForest
Lifespan
StatusData Deficient
ScientificAcupalpus nanellus
Registry Info
LifespanUnknown
KingdomAnimalia
FamilyCarabidae