Ctenisis
Raffray, 1890
Species Guides
2Ctenisis is a of myrmecophilous rove beetles in the Staphylinidae, Pselaphinae. The genus was established by Raffray in 1890 and contains at least two described : C. raffrayi (Casey, 1894) and C. phylanderi (Chandler, 2003). Members of this genus are classified within the tribe Ctenistini and are known for their association with colonies.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Ctenisis: /kteˈniː.sis/
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Host Associations
- Ants - myrmecophilyCtenisis are ant-loving beetles, though specific are not documented in available sources.
Similar Taxa
- Other Ctenistini generaShares tribe-level characteristics including myrmecophilous habits and Pselaphinae ; specific diagnostic features distinguishing Ctenisis from related such as Ctenistes or other pselaphine rove beetles are not documented in available sources.
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Taxonomic history
The was described by Raffray in 1890. The type C. raffrayi was originally described by Casey in 1894. A second species, C. phylanderi, was added by Chandler in 2003, indicating ongoing taxonomic refinement of this poorly known genus.