Isonychus
Mannerheim, 1828
May beetles, junebugs
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1Isonychus is a of scarab beetles in the Melolonthinae, commonly known as May beetles or junebugs. The genus contains more than 140 described distributed primarily in the Neotropical and Nearctic regions. These beetles are part of the tribe Macrodactylini and are characterized by their typical scarab . The genus was established by Mannerheim in 1828.
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How to pronounce Isonychus: //ˌaɪsəˈnɪkəs//
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Distribution
Neotropical and Nearctic regions
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Taxonomic placement
Isonychus is classified in the tribe Macrodactylini within the Melolonthinae. The subfamily placement has been historically variable, with some classifications placing it in Rutelinae or other groups.
Species diversity
With over 140 described , Isonychus represents a moderately diverse within the Scarabaeidae. Species-level remains active, with new species descriptions continuing.