Myllaenini
Ganglbauer, 1895
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1Myllaenini is a tribe of rove beetles (Staphylinidae) within the Aleocharinae, established by Ganglbauer in 1895. Members of this tribe are small to minute beetles characterized by their compact body form and reduced typical of the . The tribe contains several distributed primarily in the Northern Hemisphere.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Myllaenini: //mɪˌliːəˈniːni//
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Identification
Myllaenini can be distinguished from other Aleocharinae tribes by a combination of characters including: compact, often oval body shape; short leaving most of the exposed; with distinct clubbed or gradually thickened segments; and reduced wing venation. The tarsal formula and details of the mouthparts provide additional diagnostic features separating them from related tribes such as Athetini and Oxypodini.
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Habitat
within Myllaenini have been recorded from diverse including leaf litter, decaying wood, moss, and other moist microhabitats in forested and riparian environments. Some species are associated with fungi or decaying organic matter.
Distribution
The tribe is distributed across the Holarctic region, with records from Europe, Asia, and North America. Individual show varying geographic ranges, with some exhibiting transcontinental distributions while others are more restricted.
Ecological Role
As members of the Staphylinidae, Myllaenini likely contribute to decomposition processes and nutrient cycling in soil and litter . Their small size suggests specialization in microhabitat exploitation.
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Taxonomic history
The tribal classification of Aleocharinae has undergone significant revision, and the circumscription of Myllaenini has been modified in recent phylogenetic studies. Some formerly placed here have been transferred to other tribes.