We synthesize data on all known extant and fossil Coleoptera family-group names for the
first time. A catalogue of 4887 family-group names (124 fossil, 4763 extant) based on 4707 …

A broad survey of saproxylic beetles (Coleoptera) from literature and personal observations
was conducted, and extensive references were included to serve as a single resource on …

Socially parasitic myrmecophily has evolved numerous times in arthropods, but
myrmecophilous lineages are non-randomly distributed across phylogeny. Evolution of this …

The fossil record of Tenebrionidae (excluding the Quartenary) is presented. In total, 122
fossil species, clearly belonging to the family, are known; some beetles were determined …

Insect diversity represents about 60% of the estimated million‐and‐a‐half described
eukaryotic species worldwide, yet comprehensive and well‐resolved intra‐ordinal …

The taxonomic concepts of Blapimorpha and Opatrinae (informal and traditional,
morphology‐based groupings among darkling beetles) are tested using molecular …

The extraordinary diversification of beetles on Earth is a textbook example of adaptive
evolution. Yet, the tempo and drivers of this super-radiation remain largely unclear. Here, we …

Tok‐tokkies are one of the most iconic lineages within Tenebrionidae. In addition to
containing some of the largest darkling beetles, this tribe is recognized for its remarkable …

Background Tenebrionidae (Insecta: Coleoptera) are a conspicuous component of desert
fauna worldwide. In these ecosystems, they are significantly responsible for nutrient cycling …

Background As attested by the fossil record, Cretaceous environmental changes have
significantly impacted the diversification dynamics of several groups of organisms. A major …