Dicercina
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2Dicercina is a subtribe of metallic wood-boring beetles within the Buprestidae. It contains at least two , Dicerca and Lampetis, with approximately 20 described . The subtribe belongs to the tribe Dicercini and Chrysochroinae. Members exhibit the characteristic metallic coloration typical of jewel beetles.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dicercina: /dɪˈsɜːrsɪnə/
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Identification
Dicercina can be distinguished from other subtribes within Dicercini by its constituent Dicerca and Lampetis. in Dicerca are typically robust with cylindrical bodies and serrate from the fourth segment. Lampetis species often display more pronounced metallic coloration and may have distinct elytral sculpturing. Both genera lack the extreme lateral compression seen in some related buprestid groups.
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Similar Taxa
- HippomelaninaAnother subtribe within Dicercini, distinguished by including the Hippomelas, Gyascutus, and Barrellus rather than Dicerca and Lampetis
- Other Chrysochroinae subtribesDicercina is part of the Dicercioid lineage; other subtribes in this lineage may share general body form but differ in composition and specific morphological details