Eschatocrepis

LeConte, 1861

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Eschatocrepis is a of beetles in the Melyridae (soft-bodied plant beetles), established by LeConte in 1861. The genus is currently considered doubtful in taxonomic status, suggesting potential issues with its validity or circumscription. It belongs to a family characterized by soft, flexible and often bright coloration. The genus has been documented in citizen science platforms with over 250 observations, indicating it is encountered with some frequency in the field.

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How to pronounce Eschatocrepis: /ˌɛskætoʊˈkrɛpɪs/

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Taxonomic status

The is marked as 'DOUBTFUL' in GBIF, indicating that its taxonomic validity or circumscription may require revision. This status often arises from synonymy concerns, misidentifications, or inadequate original descriptions.

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