Decadiomus
Chapin, 1933
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1- Decadiomus bahamicus(Rubin Vase Lady Beetle)
Decadiomus is a of lady beetles in the Coccinellidae. It contains approximately 20 described , though sources vary in their counts. The genus is primarily distributed in the Caribbean region, with at least one species, D. bahamicus, extending into southern Florida. The genus was established by Chapin in 1933.
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Distribution
Caribbean region, including the Bahamas and Greater Antilles. Decadiomus bahamicus occurs in southern Florida, representing the northernmost extent of the .
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Species Diversity
Wikipedia and iNaturalist cite approximately six described , while the species list in the same Wikipedia article enumerates 19 species. This discrepancy suggests ongoing taxonomic revision or varying criteria for species recognition.
Taxonomic History
The was established by Chapin in 1933. It is classified within Coccinellidae, the of lady beetles.