Pinophilini

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Coleoptera
Suborder: Polyphaga
Superfamily: Staphylinoidea
Family: Staphylinidae
Subfamily: Paederinae
Tribe: Pinophilini

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Pinophilini: //pɪnəˈfɪlɪni//

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Summary

Pinophilini is a tribe of rove beetles in the family Staphylinidae with 4 genera distributed in North America, primarily in Mexico. Their ecology is largely under-studied, with some species associated with litter and foliage environments.

Physical Characteristics

Basal four tarsomeres of the protarsi are extremely widened in both sexes.

Habitat

At least some are litter inhabitants, while others occur on foliage.

Distribution

Found in North America, specifically noted in Mexico.