Melyridae
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Endeodes collaris
Endeodes collaris is a species of soft-winged flower beetle in the family Melyridae, first described by LeConte in 1853. It is known from western North America, with records from British Columbia, Canada. Like other members of Melyridae, adults are typically found on flowers where they feed on pollen and small arthropods.
Endeodes insularis
Endeodes insularis is a species of soft-winged flower beetle in the family Melyridae, first described by Blackwelder in 1932. The species belongs to the genus Endeodes, which is part of a family commonly known as soft-winged flower beetles. Very little specific information is available about this particular species beyond its taxonomic placement.
Eutricholistra
Eutricholistra is a genus of soft-winged flower beetles in the family Melyridae, established by Blaisdell in 1924. The genus is currently considered doubtful in taxonomic databases, indicating uncertain validity or placement. No observations of this genus have been recorded on iNaturalist, suggesting it is either extremely rare, poorly collected, or potentially synonymized with another genus.
Hoppingiana
Hoppingiana is a genus of soft-bodied beetles in the family Melyridae, established by Blaisdell in 1924. The genus is poorly documented in scientific literature, with only 11 observations recorded on iNaturalist as of the available data. Like other melyrid beetles, members of this genus likely exhibit the characteristic soft elytra and flexible body form typical of the family. The genus name honors an entomologist, following the common practice of patronymic nomenclature in coleopteran taxonomy.
Hypebaeus apicalis
Hypebaeus apicalis is a species of soft-winged flower beetle in the family Melyridae, described by Thomas Say in 1825. It is one of approximately 35 species in the genus Hypebaeus, which occurs primarily in the Holarctic region. The species has been recorded from eastern Canada (Ontario and Québec) with limited observation data available.
Hypebaeus bicolor
Bicoloured Soft-winged Flower Beetle
Hypebaeus bicolor is a species of soft-winged flower beetle in the family Melyridae, first described by LeConte in 1852. It is characterized by its distinctive bicolored coloration and is found in western North America. The species belongs to a family known for soft, flexible elytra and flower-visiting habits. Limited specific information is available regarding its biology and ecology.
Listrini
Listrini is a tribe of soft-bodied beetles within the family Melyridae, subfamily Dasytinae. Members of this tribe are characterized by their relatively compact body form and association with dry, sandy, or rocky habitats. The tribe was established by Majer in 1990 and contains multiple genera distributed primarily in the Palearctic region, with some representation in other regions. Listrini beetles are often found in xeric environments and are part of the diverse soft-winged flower beetle fauna.
Listropsis
Listropsis is a genus of soft-bodied beetles in the family Melyridae, described by Blaisdell in 1924. The genus is currently classified as doubtful in GBIF, indicating taxonomic uncertainty regarding its validity or circumscription. Only three observations are recorded in iNaturalist, suggesting it is rarely encountered or poorly documented. Little is known about its biology or species diversity.
Listrus gentry
Listrus gentry is a species of soft-winged flower beetle in the family Melyridae. It is a small beetle, measuring less than 5mm in length. The species has been observed feeding on flowers of Heterotheca stenophylla (stiffleaf false goldenaster) in Oklahoma. Like other members of the genus Listrus, it appears to be associated with asteraceous flowers and is likely a pollen feeder.
Malachiina
Soft-winged flower beetles
Malachiina is a subtribe of soft-winged flower beetles within the family Melyridae. Members are small, often brightly colored beetles frequently found on flowers and vegetation. The subtribe contains numerous genera and species distributed across multiple continents. They are distinguished within Malachiini by specific morphological characteristics of the male genitalia and other structural features.
Malachiini
Malachiini is a large tribe of soft-winged flower beetles in the family Melyridae, containing approximately 15 genera and at least 70 described species. Members of this tribe are characterized by their soft, flexible elytra and frequent association with flowers. The tribe was established by Fleming in 1821 and has a broad distribution with notable diversity in the Mediterranean region.
Malachius
soft-winged flower beetles
Malachius is a genus of soft-winged flower beetles (family Melyridae) established by Fabricius in 1775. The genus occurs across Europe and has been introduced to North America. Species in this genus exhibit sexual dimorphism and possess larvae with notably advanced morphogenesis at hatching compared to other malachiine beetles.
Malachius capillicornis
Malachius capillicornis is a species of soft-winged flower beetle in the family Melyridae, described by Abeille de Perrin in 1900. It belongs to the genus Malachius, a group of small, often colorful beetles commonly found on flowers. The species is documented from a limited number of observations, suggesting it may be uncommon or geographically restricted. As with other members of Malachiinae, it likely exhibits the family's characteristic soft elytra and flower-visiting behavior, though specific biological details remain poorly documented.
Malachius macer
Malachius macer is a species of soft-winged flower beetle in the family Melyridae. Described by Horn in 1874, this species belongs to a genus commonly associated with flowers and vegetation. Like other malachiine beetles, adults likely feed on pollen and small insects. The species is recorded from British Columbia, Canada, though detailed biological information remains scarce.
Malachius mirandus
Malachius mirandus is a species of soft-winged flower beetle in the family Melyridae. It was described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1859. The species is known from the Pacific Northwest of North America. As a member of Malachiinae, it likely shares the general habitus of related soft-winged flower beetles, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented.
Melyrodes basalis
Red-shouldered Melyrid
Melyrodes basalis is a species of soft-winged flower beetle in the family Melyridae, commonly known as the Red-shouldered Melyrid. The species is documented through 43 iNaturalist observations, indicating it is recognized in citizen science records. Members of the genus Melyrodes are part of the diverse Melyridae family, which are frequently found on flowers where they feed on pollen and small insects.
Melyrodes floridana
Florida Soft-winged Flower Beetle
Melyrodes floridana is a species of soft-winged flower beetle in the family Melyridae, endemic to Florida. The genus Melyrodes is small and poorly documented, with limited information available on its biology and ecology. This species appears to be rarely encountered, with minimal observational records.
Microlipus laticeps
Microlipus laticeps is a species of soft-bodied plant beetle in the family Melyridae, a group commonly known as soft-winged flower beetles. The genus Microlipus is poorly studied, with very limited published information on its biology and distribution. Only a single observation of this species has been documented on iNaturalist, indicating extreme rarity in public records. Melyridae beetles are generally associated with flowers and vegetation where they feed on pollen and small insects.
Microlipus moerens
Microlipus moerens is a species of soft-bodied plant beetle in the family Melyridae. It was described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1859. The species is known from the Pacific Northwest of North America, with confirmed records from British Columbia. Like other members of the genus Microlipus, it is likely associated with vegetation in forested or riparian habitats, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented.
Nodopus caviceps
Nodopus caviceps is a species of soft-winged flower beetle in the family Melyridae. The genus Nodopus is a small group within this family, characterized by distinctive morphological features. Information on this species is limited, with only four observations recorded on iNaturalist as of the source date. The species epithet 'caviceps' refers to a hollow or concave head structure.
Pseudasydates inyoensis
Pseudasydates inyoensis is a species of soft-winged flower beetle in the family Melyridae. The species is known from a single iNaturalist observation, indicating it is likely rare or poorly documented. The genus Pseudasydates is placed within the diverse beetle family Melyridae, whose members are commonly known as soft-winged flower beetles and are often found on flowers and vegetation.
Psilothrix foveicollis
Psilothrix foveicollis is a species of soft-bodied plant beetle in the family Melyridae. The genus Psilothrix comprises small to medium-sized beetles characterized by their soft elytra and often metallic coloration. Observations of this species are relatively scarce, with limited documented occurrences.
Semijulistus
Semijulistus is a genus of soft-bodied beetles in the family Melyridae, established by Schilsky in 1894. The genus is documented from Sweden and has limited published biological information. Its placement within Melyridae places it among the diverse assemblage of flower and pollen-feeding beetles commonly known as soft-winged flower beetles. The genus remains poorly studied with minimal ecological data available.
Tanaops
Tanaops is a genus of soft-winged flower beetles (family Melyridae) comprising approximately 25 described species distributed in the Americas. These beetles belong to a family known for their flexible, often colorful elytra and frequent association with flowers. The genus was established by John Lawrence LeConte in 1859. Members of Tanaops share the general melyrid body plan but specific ecological and behavioral traits remain poorly documented in the literature.
Tanaops coelestinus
Tanaops coelestinus is a species of soft-bodied plant beetle in the family Melyridae. The genus Tanaops belongs to the subfamily Malachiinae, commonly known as malachiid beetles or soft-winged flower beetles. Very few observations of this species exist in public databases, indicating it is either rare, poorly surveyed, or restricted in distribution. Members of this genus are generally associated with flowers and vegetation where they prey on small arthropods.
Temnopsophus
Temnopsophus is a genus of soft-winged flower beetles (family Melyridae) described by Horn in 1872. The genus is considered doubtful in current taxonomic databases, indicating uncertainty about its validity or circumscription. Very few observations exist, with only 11 records on iNaturalist. The genus belongs to a family of beetles commonly associated with flowers and vegetation.
Trichochrous aenescens
Trichochrous aenescens is a species of soft-winged flower beetle in the family Melyridae. The genus Trichochrous belongs to the subfamily Malachiinae, a group commonly known as soft-winged flower beetles or malachiid beetles. Members of this family are typically found in diverse habitats and are often associated with flowers. The specific epithet "aenescens" refers to a bronze or coppery metallic coloration.
Trichochrous fulvovestitus
Trichochrous fulvovestitus is a species of soft-bodied plant beetle in the family Melyridae. Members of this genus are characterized by their pubescent bodies and relatively small size. The species epithet "fulvovestitus" suggests yellowish-brown coloration. Very few observations of this species exist in public databases, indicating it may be rarely encountered or understudied.
Trichochrous irrasus
Trichochrous irrasus is a species of soft-bodied plant beetle in the family Melyridae. The genus Trichochrous belongs to the subfamily Malachiinae, commonly known as soft-winged flower beetles. Members of this genus are generally small to medium-sized beetles found in North America. No observations of this species are currently recorded in major biodiversity databases.
Trichochrous sp-nova-prope-brevicornis
Trichochrous sp-nova-prope-brevicornis represents an undescribed species within the genus Trichochrous, a group of soft-bodied beetles in the family Melyridae. The provisional designation 'sp-nova-prope-brevicornis' indicates it is a new species closely related to T. brevicornis. Members of this genus are generally small, often hairy beetles with reduced elytra that expose much of the abdomen. The specific status and formal description of this taxon await completion of taxonomic study.
Trichochrous sp. nova prope pedalis
Trichochrous sp. nova prope pedalis is an undescribed species within the soft-winged flower beetle genus Trichochrous. The species epithet indicates it is a new species ('sp. nova') closely related to T. pedalis ('prope pedalis'). Members of this genus are small to medium-sized beetles associated with flowers and vegetation.
Trichochrous varius
Trichochrous varius is a species of soft-winged flower beetle in the family Melyridae. Members of this family are typically small, often colorful beetles found in vegetation where they feed on pollen and small insects. The genus Trichochrous contains multiple species characterized by their distinctive antennal and elytral features. Like other melyrids, this species likely inhabits flowers and herbaceous vegetation where it functions as both a pollinator and a predator of small arthropods.
Troglopina
Troglopina is a subtribe of soft-bodied plant beetles within the family Melyridae. Members of this group are characterized by adaptations associated with subterranean or cave-dwelling lifestyles, as reflected in their name derived from 'troglodyte.' The subtribe includes genera such as Troglops, which exhibit morphological modifications for life in dark, humid environments. These beetles represent a specialized lineage within the diverse Melyridae family.
Trophimus
Trophimus is a genus of soft-bodied plant beetles in the family Melyridae, order Coleoptera. The genus was established by Horn in 1870. It is currently classified as doubtful (status: DOUBTFUL) in the GBIF taxonomy, indicating taxonomic uncertainty or insufficient documentation. Only one observation is recorded in iNaturalist, suggesting the genus is rarely encountered or poorly documented.
Trophimus aeneipennis
Trophimus aeneipennis is a species of soft-winged flower beetle in the family Melyridae. The genus Trophimus belongs to a diverse group of beetles commonly known as melyrids or soft-winged flower beetles, characterized by their flexible elytra and often colorful appearance. Very little specific information has been published about this particular species.
Vectura longiceps
Vectura longiceps is a species of soft-winged flower beetle in the family Melyridae. It is a poorly documented species with only six observations recorded on iNaturalist, suggesting it is either rare, cryptic, or undercollected. The genus Vectura contains species associated with vegetation in arid and semi-arid regions.
Vecturoides pseudonycha
Vecturoides pseudonycha is a species of soft-bodied plant beetle in the family Melyridae. The genus Vecturoides is endemic to New Zealand, and this species is known from a small number of observations. Melyridae beetles are generally characterized by their soft, flexible elytra and often elongated bodies. The species has been documented through citizen science observations, but formal taxonomic description and ecological study remain limited.