Sceptobius
Sharp, 1883
Sceptobius is a of () established by Sharp in 1883. It contains at least three described : S. dispar, S. lativentris, and S. schmitti. The genus belongs to the tribe Sceptobiini within the Aleocharinae. Little is documented about the biology of these .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Sceptobius: /ˈskɛptoʊbiːəs/
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Identification
Members of Sceptobius can be distinguished from other Aleocharinae by tribal-level characters associated with Sceptobiini. Specific diagnostic features for the require examination of morphological details not summarized in available sources.
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Distribution
Specific distribution records for Sceptobius are not detailed in available sources. As with many , species likely occupy localized ranges corresponding to their described localities.
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Taxonomic History
The was established by David Sharp in 1883 with Sceptobius dispar as the . The tribe Sceptobiini was erected to accommodate this and related genera within Aleocharinae.
Species Inventory
Three are currently recognized: Sceptobius dispar Sharp, 1883; Sceptobius lativentris (Fenyes, 1909); and Sceptobius schmitti (Wasmann, 1901). The latter two species were originally described in other and later transferred to Sceptobius.