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Ground Beetle

most active at night when they come out to feed

1/4" to 1" in length

black or dark brown and usually shiny with an iridescent tint

heavy-bodied with a tapered head, ridged wing covers and thread-like antennae

prey on soil-dwelling pests such as slugs, snails, caterpillars and other soft-bodied insects