Actenonyx


Actenonyx is a genus of beetles in the family Carabidae. At present only species in this genus is Actenonyx bembidioides. However, it has been suggested that a taxonomic revision of this genus is needed as there are two species that await description. David Kavanaugh researched this beetle genus in a comprehensive study published in 2022, making the case for a new species. This genus and species was first described by Adam White and is endemic to New Zealand.

Distribution

In Kavanaugh's study, he found that the genus was widely distributed on New Zealand's North and South Islands but not found on Stewart Island or other offshore islands.