Paederina

Pronunciation
/paed-er-ih-na/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Paederina
Plural
Paederinae

Definition

A subtribe of beetles belonging to the family Staphylinidae, known for producing toxins that can cause skin irritation and other adverse effects in humans.

Etymology

From Modern Latin 'Paederus', a genus name, referring to the beetles in this group.

Example

The Paederinae subtribe is known for its diverse range of species, some of which are considered pests due to their toxicity.

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