This study, "Contribution to the Knowledge of Ground Beetles (Coleoptera: Carabidae) from Pakistan," expands our understanding of the biodiversity of ground beetles in the region. Based on extensive research and specimen examination from 2016 to 2023, the study identifies 36 species and 17 subspecies of ground beetles distributed across Pakistan. The survey, conducted in collaboration with international museums and research institutes, has yielded 23 new records for the country, enriching the catalog of Pakistan’s Carabidae family.
Ground beetles, belonging to the family Carabidae, play a critical role in ecosystems as natural pest controllers. Their presence and diversity in habitats like the agricultural fields of Sindh and the deserts of Balochistan highlight their adaptability and ecological importance. Through the classification of different subfamilies, such as Harpalinae and Brachininae, the study presents a detailed breakdown of species distributions across Pakistan’s diverse landscapes.
Researchers emphasize the importance of ecological conservation and targeted sampling efforts to continue expanding knowledge of Pakistan’s ground beetle diversity. This comprehensive study not only provides essential data for taxonomic records but also underscores the potential for further discoveries in unexamined regions.
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DOI: 10.61927/igmin171
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