Review of the subgenus Polyphylla (Granida) from continental Asia (Coleoptera, Scarabaeidae, Melolonthinae)
2011
Review of the Polyphylla Beetles from Asia
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Richard Sehnal, Aleš Bezděk
Primary Institution: Biology Centre ASCR, Institute of Entomology
Conclusion
The study describes a new species of beetle and provides new locality records for existing species from continental Asia.
Supporting Evidence
- One new species, Polyphylla (Granida) simoni, was described from Thailand.
- Polyphylla (Granida) nikodymi was recorded from Thailand for the first time.
- Polyphylla (Granida) minor was recorded from Yunnan, China for the first time.
Takeaway
Scientists found a new type of beetle in Thailand and recorded where some other beetles live for the first time.
Methodology
The authors examined specimens collected by Czech entomologists and described new species and locality records.
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