Pontomalota
Casey, 1885
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1Pontomalota is a of rove beetles (Staphylinidae) in the tribe Athetini, established by Casey in 1885. The genus belongs to a group of 'sea shore genera' within the , suggesting association with coastal . Two are currently recognized: Pontomalota opaca (LeConte, 1863) and Pontomalota terminalia Ahn & Ashe, 1992. The genus is classified in the Aleocharinae, one of the largest and most diverse lineages of rove beetles.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Pontomalota: /pɔn.toʊˈmɑ.loʊ.tə/
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Habitat
Associated with sea shore environments, based on classification within 'sea shore ' of Staphylinidae.
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Taxonomic history
The was erected by Casey in 1885. The second , P. terminalia, was described relatively recently in 1992 by Ahn & Ashe, indicating ongoing taxonomic work on this poorly known genus.
Observation data
As of source date, iNaturalist records 25 observations for this , suggesting it is rarely encountered or underreported.