Loricerini
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1Loricerini is a tribe of ground beetles in the Carabidae, belonging to the Loricerinae. Members of this tribe are characterized by their distinctive body form and are found in specific types. The tribe contains the *Loricera*, which includes adapted to particular . These beetles are part of the diverse ground beetle fauna and contribute to soil and litter processes.
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How to pronounce Loricerini: /ˌlɑːrɪˈsɛrɪniː/
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Taxonomic Note
Loricerini is a small tribe within the Loricerinae. The subfamily Loricerinae was historically treated differently in various classifications, with some systems placing its members within other carabid groups. Current molecular and morphological evidence supports its recognition as a distinct subfamily with Loricerini as its constituent tribe. The *Loricera* is the primary genus within this tribe.
Systematic Position
The Loricerinae, containing Loricerini, is considered one of the more basal lineages within Carabidae. Its members share characteristics with other early-diverging carabid groups, including particular features of the female reproductive tract and larval . This phylogenetic position makes the group of interest for understanding the evolutionary history of ground beetles.