Pseudophyllodromiinae

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Pseudophyllodromiinae is a of within the Ectobiidae, distributed worldwide. The subfamily contains at least five tribes (Baltini, Neoblattellini, Plectopterini, Pseudophyllodromiini, Supellini) and numerous including Allacta, Supella, and Cariblatta. Some are notable tree climbers in forest .

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Pseudophyllodromiinae: //sjuːˌdɒfɪʌˈdrəmiˌinaɪ//

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Identification

Members of Pseudophyllodromiinae can be distinguished from related by combinations of tarsal and genitalic characters. The Allacta is distinguished from related genera by present only on the fourth tarsomere and anteroventral margin of the front of Type B2 or B3.

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Habitat

Forest ; members of the Allacta have been observed as tree climbers in forests.

Distribution

Worldwide distribution. Specific regional records include: southwestern China to northeastern Australia ( Allacta); Far North Queensland, Australia (Godeffroyi Group); Africa and Americas (Plectopterini and Supellini); Southeast Asia to Australia (Pseudophyllodromiini).

Behavior

Tree climbing has been documented in the Allacta within forests.

Human Relevance

The brown-banded cockroach (Supella longipalpa) is a well-known member of this and is a household pest. Some are attracted to lights and may enter dwellings, causing concern among residents.

Similar Taxa

BlattellinaeBoth are within Ectobiidae; distinguished by morphological characters including tarsal structure and genitalia.
EctobiinaeBoth are within Ectobiidae; distinguished by tribal and generic-level morphological characters.

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Tribal classification

The File recognizes five tribes within Pseudophyllodromiinae: Baltini, Neoblattellini, Plectopterini, Pseudophyllodromiini, and Supellini.

Reproductive note

In the Allacta, the is not rotated prior to deposition.

Taxonomic note

The Godeffroyi Group was described as a new group within Pseudophyllodromiinae to accommodate three species, including B. rothi sp. nov. from Far North Queensland, Australia.