Fauna of New Zealand 47 : Erotylidae

Fauna of New Zealand 47 : ErotylidaeDiscover the intriguing world of *Fauna of New Zealand 47: Erotylidae*, a comprehensive exploration of New Zealand's unique beetle family. Authored by entomologist Richard Leschen and published by Manaaki Whenua Press on February 28, 2014, this paperback book presents detailed insights into the nine species of *Erotylidae* found in New Zealand. While globally there are approximately 3,500 species, the *Erotylidae* in New Zealand have been under

Discover the intriguing world of *Fauna of New Zealand 47: Erotylidae*, a comprehensive exploration of New Zealand's unique beetle family. Authored by entomologist Richard Leschen and published by Manaaki Whenua Press on February 28, 2014, this paperback book presents detailed insights into the nine species of *Erotylidae* found in New Zealand. While globally there are approximately 3,500 species, the *Erotylidae* in New Zealand have been under-researched, often overlooked due to their small size and brown appearance.

This work proposes an innovative classification approach for the global *Erotylidae*, introducing two new tribes and two new genera, which reshapes our understanding of these fascinating beetles. The book emphasizes the phylogenetic relationships of New Zealand's *Erotylidae* to groups in Australia, New Caledonia, and beyond, shedding light on their evolutionary origins.

Inside, readers will find essential identification keys to differentiate *Erotylidae* from similar families like *Cryptophagidae*. The unique feeding habits reflect the diverse ecosystems of New Zealand, with some beetles feeding on fungus, while others thrive on plant matter or serve as scavengers. With annotated keys and biological summaries, this publication is indispensable for anyone interested in New Zealand entomology.

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Pages: 108
Bind: paperback
Author: Richard Leschen Publisher: Manaaki Whenua Press
Publication Date: 28-02-2014

This contribution treats the nine species of the New Zealand Erotylidae, a small family considering there are approximately 3500 species worldwide. In New Zealand there has been little research into this family of beetles, perhaps because they tend to be mostly small and brown, though elsewhere they can be big and beautiful.



Part of this contribution proposes an amended classification for the world fauna of Erotylidae, by erecting two new tribes, describing two new genera, and making changes to generic status and family placement. How the New Zealand members of Erotylidae fit into this new classification is of primary importance for understanding the origins of our local fauna and how they relate to other erotylids. It also considers the phylogenetic or family relationships which the New Zealand species have with erotylid beetles throughout the rest of the world, such as Australia, New Caledonia, South America, and possibly South Africa.



The family can be easily separated from other groups, but a microscope will be necessary to discriminate these species from similar families such as Cryptophagidae. The identification keys which are supplied with this Fauna will help. The species are not difficult to identify, some having distinctive colour patterns that make for easy recognition. New Zealand’s fauna reflects the mixture of feeding types which make up the erotylid family, some feeding on fungus, others on plants and the remainder being scavengers feeding on plant and fungus tissues.



Annotated keys to the higher taxa and genera of all subfamilies except Erotylinae and Languriini are provided and biological information, including cycad feeding and mycophagy, is summarised.

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