Xylobiini
Reitter, 1911
Genus Guides
1Xylobiini is a tribe of false click beetles within the Eucnemidae, Melasinae. Members of this tribe are associated with decaying wood and are part of the diverse elateriform fauna. The tribe was established by Reitter in 1911 and includes characterized by particular morphological features of the prosternal process and . Xylobiini represents one of several tribes within the predominantly saproxylic subfamily Melasinae.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Xylobiini: //zaɪˈloʊ.bi.ɪˌnaɪ//
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Habitat
Decaying wood and dead wood substrates; saproxylic (dependent on dead or dying wood).
Ecological Role
Contributes to wood decomposition as part of saproxylic .