Caccoplectus
Sharp, 1887
Species Guides
1- Caccoplectus spinipes(spine-legged pselaphid)
Caccoplectus is a of myrmecophilous (-loving) rove beetles in the Staphylinidae, Pselaphinae. The genus was established by Sharp in 1887 and contains approximately nine described . These beetles are associated with ant colonies, a common ecological strategy among pselaphine beetles. Most species have been described from the Neotropical region, particularly Central America.
Pronunciation
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Distribution
of Caccoplectus have been documented in the Neotropical region, with records from Central America including Panama. The likely has a broader tropical distribution given the range of related pselaphine genera.
Ecological Role
As myrmecophiles, in this inhabit colonies, where they likely exploit resources or protection provided by their ants. Their specific ecological functions within these colonies remain poorly documented.