Description of a new species of the genus Tribasodites Jeannel (Coleoptera, Staphylinidae, Pselaphinae) from East China with a key to world species
2010
Description of a New Species of Tribasodites from East China
Sample size: 10
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Zhao Mei-Jun, Yin Zi-Wei, Li Li-Zhen
Primary Institution: Shanghai Normal University
Hypothesis
The study aims to describe a new species of the genus Tribasodites and provide a key to all known species.
Conclusion
A new species, Tribasodites spinacaritus, was identified and described from Zhejiang Province, East China.
Supporting Evidence
- A new species, Tribasodites spinacaritus, was described based on specimens collected in East China.
- The study provides a key to identify all known species of the genus Tribasodites.
- Specimens were collected from decaying leaf litter and examined using detailed morphological techniques.
Takeaway
Scientists found a new type of tiny beetle in China and made a guide to help identify all the different types.
Methodology
Specimens were collected from leaf litter, preserved, and examined using various photographic and dissection techniques.
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