Silinae
Silinae
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Coleoptera
- Suborder: Polyphaga
- Superfamily: Elateroidea
- Family: Cantharidae
- Subfamily: Silinae
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Silinae: //sɪˈlaɪnaɪ//
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Summary
Silinae is a subfamily of soldier beetles within the family Cantharidae, consisting of about 6 genera and more than 180 species. It includes the tribes Silini, which is worldwide, and Tytthonyxini, which is primarily found in the New World.
Habitat
Silinae is found in diverse habitats, with greater diversity in tropical regions.
Distribution
Silini are worldwide, while Tytthonyxini are found from eastern United States to Central America and the West Indies.
Similar Taxa
- Soldier beetles
Tags
- Coleoptera
- Silinae
- Cantharidae
- beetles
- insects