Leptanthicus
Werner, 1958
Leptanthicus is a of in the , containing a single described , L. staphyliniformis. The genus was established by Werner in 1958. Members of this genus exhibit the characteristic -like common to Anthicidae, including an elongated body and pronotal constriction that creates a narrow 'waist.'
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Leptanthicus: /lɛpˈtænθɪkəs/
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Identification
Leptanthicus can be distinguished from other by its staphyliniform (-like) body shape, as indicated by its epithet. The genus name itself references this slender, elongate form ('leptos' = slender/gracile, 'anthicus' = -like ).
Similar Taxa
- AnthicusBoth are in , but Leptanthicus has a more pronounced staphyliniform (slender, elongate) body shape.
- Staphylinidae (rove beetles)Leptanthicus staphyliniformis converges on ; distinguished by 's covering most of the and (elbowed) .
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Etymology
The name combines Greek 'leptos' (slender, thin, or delicate) with 'Anthicus,' referencing the slender, -like body form of these .
Taxonomic history
Described by Werner in 1958, the remains with only L. staphyliniformis formally described. The single iNaturalist observation suggests it is rarely encountered or poorly sampled.