Cilea
Jacquelin du Val, 1856
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1Cilea is a of rove beetles (Staphylinidae: Tachyporinae: Vatesini) established by Jacquelin du Val in 1856. The genus has been taxonomically confused with Leucoparyphus Kraatz, and its priority over that name has been established. In North America north of Mexico, only Cilea silphoides (Linnaeus) is present. The genus is distinguished from the related genus Coproporus by morphological characters including male genitalia structure.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cilea: /ˈsiː.leɪ.a/
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Identification
Distinguished from the related Coproporus by characters of the male genitalia and other morphological features detailed in taxonomic revisions. Cilea silphoides specifically can be identified using the diagnostic key and illustrations provided in revisionary works.
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Distribution
Recorded from North America north of Mexico (at least C. silphoides); additional distribution records from Denmark, Norway, and Sweden suggest a broader Holarctic distribution for the .
Similar Taxa
- CoproporusHistorically confused with Cilea; distinguished by male genitalia and other diagnostic characters
- LeucoparyphusJunior synonym of Cilea; taxonomic priority established for Cilea Jacquelin du Val, 1856 over Leucoparyphus Kraatz
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Taxonomic history
The usage of Cilea has been confused in previous publications, particularly regarding its relationship to Leucoparyphus Kraatz. The synonymy and priority have been clarified in revisionary works.