Cnodalonini
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Polypleurus
Polypleurus is a genus of darkling beetles in the family Tenebrionidae, subfamily Stenochiinae, tribe Cnodalonini. It was established by Eschscholtz in 1831. The genus is part of the diverse Tenebrionoidea superfamily, which includes numerous species adapted to arid and semi-arid environments. Records indicate approximately 403 observations, suggesting moderate documentation of its species.
Stenochiinae
Stenochiinae is a subfamily of darkling beetles (Tenebrionidae) comprising over 390 genera. It is divided into three tribes: Cnodalonini, Stenochiini, and Talanini. The subfamily has a mainly pantropical distribution with some species extending to higher latitudes. Recent phylogenetic studies suggest that tribal classifications within Stenochiinae may require systematic rearrangement, as morphological characters shared between Stenochiini and Cnodalonini complicate their separation.