Scaphinotus punctatus
Scaphinotus punctatus, the punctate snail-eating beetle, is a species of ground beetles in the family Carabidae. It is found in Central America and North America, where it inhabits forests. It is found along lake shores and streams, as well as in dry fields.
Adults are brachypterous and nocturnal. They have been recorded feeding on snails, caterpillars, berries, as well as other beetles.