New species and records of Cactopinus Schwarz with a key to species (Coleoptera, Curculionidae, Scolytinae)
2010
New Species of Cactopinus Beetles
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Author Information
Author(s): Thomas H. Atkinson
Conclusion
Three new species of Cactopinus beetles have been identified, expanding the total known species to 21.
Supporting Evidence
- The study describes three new species of Cactopinus beetles.
- New host and distribution records for these beetles were also documented.
- The total number of known Cactopinus species is now 21.
Takeaway
Scientists found three new types of tiny beetles that live in cacti, making a total of 21 different types now known.
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