Polypleurus
Eschscholtz, 1831
Species Guides
2- Polypleurus geminatus
- Polypleurus perforatus(Eastern Perforated Teneb)
Polypleurus is a of darkling beetles in the Tenebrionidae, Stenochiinae, tribe Cnodalonini. It was established by Eschscholtz in 1831. The genus is part of the diverse Tenebrionoidea superfamily, which includes numerous adapted to arid and semi-arid environments. Records indicate approximately 403 observations, suggesting moderate documentation of its species.
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Taxonomic placement
Polypleurus belongs to the tribe Cnodalonini within the Stenochiinae. The Stenochiinae are a diverse group of tenebrionid beetles predominantly distributed in tropical and subtropical regions, with many showing adaptations to xeric conditions.
Documentation status
With 403 iNaturalist observations, Polypleurus has moderate citizen science documentation. However, -level identification and detailed biological studies appear limited in publicly accessible sources.