Leptinidae
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Platypsyllinae
mammal-nest beetles
Platypsyllinae is a subfamily of small beetles within Leiodidae, commonly known as mammal-nest beetles. The group was formerly recognized as the family Leptinidae, but was reclassified as a subfamily based on nomenclatural priority. Members of this subfamily are specialized inhabitants of mammal nests and burrows, exhibiting adaptations for this commensal lifestyle. The subfamily includes four genera: Leptinillus, Leptinus, Platypsyllus, and Silphopsyllus.