Hydnocerinae
Hydnocerinae
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Coleoptera
- Suborder: Polyphaga
- Superfamily: Cleroidea
- Family: Cleridae
- Subfamily: Hydnocerinae
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hydnocerinae: /haɪdnɔsɛˈriːniː/
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Summary
Hydnocerinae is a subfamily of beetles in the family Cleridae, with at least 70 described species. This subfamily is characterized by its small size and its association with grassy habitats and certain woody plants.
Physical Characteristics
Size ranges from 2.5 to 12.0 mm. Morphological features related to their specific genera.
Identification Tips
Look for small beetles, often found running on slender prickly branches and among tall grasses.
Habitat
Primarily found in tall grasses and berry bushes; reports of rearing from various woody plants and galls.
Distribution
Particularly abundant in North America and the tropics worldwide, with approximately 60 species in 3 genera in the region, and over 470 species in 25 genera globally.
Collecting Methods
- Sweeping tall grasses
- Running on slender prickly branches of berry bushes
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Tags
- Hydnocerinae
- beetles
- Cleridae
- entomology
- insects