Psoinae
Psoinae
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Coleoptera
- Suborder: Polyphaga
- Superfamily: Bostrichoidea
- Family: Bostrichidae
- Subfamily: Psoinae
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Psoinae: /ˈpsɔɪniː/
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Summary
Psoinae is a subfamily consisting of 2 species in a single genus in our area and 9 species in 5 genera worldwide, notable for their bright coloration and resemblance to clerids.
Physical Characteristics
Unusually brightly colored, resembling clerids.
Identification Tips
Look for bright colors and resemblance to clerids among beetles.
Habitat
Pacific Coast; also found in warmer parts of Eurasia and southern Africa.
Distribution
Found in specific regions of the Pacific Coast and various warmer regions of Eurasia and southern Africa.
Diet
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Life Cycle
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Reproduction
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Predators
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Conservation Status
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Ecosystem Role
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Economic Impact
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Health Concerns
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Evolution
Psoinae is a small subfamily of beetles in the family Bostrichidae, established by Blanchard in 1851.
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Tags
- Beetles
- Psoinae
- Bostrichidae
- Entomology