Pleotomini

Summers, 1874

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Pleotomini is a tribe of fireflies within the Lampyrinae, established by Summers in 1874. The group contains six recognized : Calyptocephalus, Ophoelis, Phaenolis, Pleotomodes, Pleotomus, and Roleta. Members are characterized by . Recent molecular phylogenetic studies have examined the group's relationships within Lampyrinae, though its taxonomic status has been debated with some treatments considering it a specialized offshoot of Lampyrini.

Pleotomus davisii by (c) David George, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by David George. Used under a CC-BY license.

Report on the Rocky Mountain locust and other insects now injuring or likely to injure field and garden crops in the western states and territories (1877) (14594944479) by Packard, A. S. (Alpheus Spring), 1839-1905;

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Pleotomini: //pliːoʊˈtɒmɪnaɪ//

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Distribution

The tribe occurs in the Holarctic region. Pleotomus nigripennis has been recorded from Utah, USA, representing a western range extension for that .

Behavior

Members are bioluminescent, producing light through specialized organs.

Similar Taxa

LampyriniPleotomini has been treated by some authorities as a specialized offshoot of Lampyrini rather than a distinct tribe, based on phylogenetic proximity to the type Lampyris

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Taxonomic instability

The tribal status of Pleotomini remains subject to revision. Some phylogenetic analyses suggest it may be nested within Lampyrini rather than representing a separate lineage, reflecting ongoing molecular reevaluation of Lampyrinae relationships.