Eros

Newman, 1838

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Eros humeralis(net-winged beetle)

Eros is a of net-winged beetles in the Lycidae, established by Newman in 1838. The genus contains at least three described . Net-winged beetles are characterized by soft, flexible with a distinctive net-like pattern of raised . Members of this genus are found in the Neotropical region, with distribution records from Colombia.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Eros: /ˈiː.rɒs/

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Identification

Members of Eros can be distinguished from other lycid by features of the elytral venation and body form typical of the tribe Erotini. The soft, net-veined are characteristic of the Lycidae; specific diagnostic features for Eros relative to closely related genera would require examination of and specialized taxonomic literature.

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Distribution

Colombia (based on GBIF distribution records). The is part of the Neotropical lycid fauna.

Misconceptions

The name 'Eros' is shared with the Greek god of love, which may cause confusion in literature searches. The Eros is unrelated to the mythological figure or any associated concepts.

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Taxonomic authority

The was established by Edward Newman in 1838.

Observation records

iNaturalist reports 111 observations for this , indicating it is documented but not frequently encountered.

Family characteristics

As members of Lycidae, in this possess soft bodies, flexible with reticulate venation, and are often aposematically colored. Many lycids are chemically defended and participate in mimicry complexes.