Patrobini

Kirby, 1837

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Patrobini is a tribe of ground beetles (Carabidae) established by Kirby in 1837. Members include subtribe Deltomerodina, which contains such as Deltomerodes characterized by slender medium-sized bodies (8.5–12.0 mm), dorsally pubescent , and distinctive genitalia . The tribe occurs in alpine and high-elevation across the Himalayas and adjacent regions.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Patrobini: /pəˈtroʊbɪnaɪ/

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Habitat

Alpine environments at high elevations. Type localities for included documented above 4200 m in Xizang, China. Specimens collected under stones or by pitfall traps.

Distribution

China (Yunnan, Sichuan, Xizang/Tibet), Nepal, India (Sikkim). Within China: Yulongxueshan and Habaxueshan in Yunnan; Zhuotala and Cholashan in Sichuan; Mêdog County, Cona County, Serkyimla, and Gangdisêshan in Xizang.

Behavior

Specimens have been collected under stones or by pitfall traps.

Similar Taxa

DeltomerusDeltomerodes can be distinguished from Deltomerus by tarsal and other morphological characters.
PlatidiolusDeltomerodes can be distinguished from Platidiolus by tarsal and other morphological characters.