Lagriini
Latreille, 1825
Lagriini is a tribe of (: Lagriinae) established by Latreille in 1825. Members are small , with some such as Adynata poupillieri measuring 4–5 mm. The tribe occurs across multiple continents with documented diversity in North Africa, including Morocco and Algeria. Moroccan species have been subject to recent taxonomic revision including designation and identification .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lagriini: /læˈɡriːiːnaɪ/
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Identification
Identification to level in Morocco facilitated by published (Léonard & Merches, 2015). Distinguishing features among Moroccan species require examination of subtle morphological characters; specific diagnostic traits for tribe-level separation from other Lagriinae not documented in available sources.
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Appearance
Small . Adynata poupillieri measures 4–5 mm in length. General body form consistent with Lagriinae characteristics.
Habitat
Moroccan records from southern Middle Atlas (northwest of Midelt) and northern Oriental region, suggesting montane and semi-arid environments. Specific microhabitat requirements unknown.
Distribution
Documented from Morocco (southern Middle Atlas, northern Oriental region) and Algeria ( locality of A. poupillieri). Global distribution of tribe extends beyond North Africa based on iNaturalist observation data, though precise range boundaries not specified in available sources.
Human Relevance
Subject of taxonomic research; identification produced for regional fauna. No documented economic or medical significance in available sources.
Similar Taxa
- Other Lagriinae tribesShare characteristics; require detailed morphological examination for tribal-level separation
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Taxonomic resources
Léonard & Merches (2015) provided identification for Moroccan Lagriini and designated for Lagria theryi Pic, 1938.