Epipocus
Chevrolat in Dejean, 1836
handsome fungus beetles
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Epipocus is a of handsome fungus beetles in the Endomychidae. The genus was established by Chevrolat in 1836 and contains at least 20 described . Members of this genus are classified within the Epipocinae, which is named after the genus itself. These beetles are part of the diverse Coccinelloidea superfamily, a group that includes many fungus-feeding beetles.
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Identification
Epipocus can be distinguished from other Endomychidae by their placement in the Epipocinae. The genus is characterized by features typical of handsome fungus beetles, though specific diagnostic traits for the genus are not well documented in general sources. Species-level identification requires examination of subtle morphological characters.
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Taxonomic Authorship
There is a discrepancy in authorship dates: Catalogue of Life lists Chevrolat in Dejean, 1836, while GBIF lists Germar, 1843. The earlier date (1836) is generally preferred in taxonomic .
Subfamily Status
Epipocus is the type of the Epipocinae, indicating its taxonomic importance within Endomychidae.
Species Diversity
At least 20-21 have been described, though the exact number may vary as taxonomic revisions occur.