A new genus of spider beetle (Coleoptera, Ptinidae) from western Peru.
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ABSTRACT: A new genus of flightless spider beetle from Peru with two new species is described. It is characterized by unique heart-shaped fused elytra and a broad pronotum with five basal depressions. The characters of this new genus and species are illustrated and discussed and the possible phylogenetic placement of this taxon is also included.
SUBMITTER: Philips TK
PROVIDER: S-EPMC7250936 | biostudies-literature |
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
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