Mammal-nest-beetles
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Leptinillus
mammal-nest beetles
Leptinillus is a genus of small beetles in the family Leiodidae, commonly known as mammal-nest beetles. The genus contains at least two described species, both specialized inhabitants of rodent nests. These beetles are part of the subfamily Platypsyllinae, which includes other nest-dwelling beetles associated with mammals.
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.