Tomoderus
LaFerté-Sénectère in Guérin-Méneville, 1849
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2Tomoderus is a of antlike flower beetles in the Anthicidae, established by LaFerté-Sénectère in 1849. It comprises approximately 200 described , making it one of the larger genera within its family. The genus is classified in the Tomoderinae, which bears its name.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Tomoderus: /toʊˈmɒdərəs/
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Identification
Members of Tomoderus can be distinguished from other Anthicidae by their placement in the Tomoderinae. Specific diagnostic features for the genus are not documented in available sources. -level identification requires examination of subtle morphological characters not specified here.
Similar Taxa
- Other Anthicidae generaTomoderus is distinguished by its subfamilial placement in Tomoderinae; other anthicid belong to Anthicinae or other groupings.
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Taxonomic note
The Tomoderinae was established based on this , indicating its phylogenetic significance within Anthicidae.