Phalacridae

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The Phalacridae are a family of beetles commonly called the shining flower beetles, They are often found in composite flowers. They are oval-shaped, usually tan, and about 2 mm in length.[1] Most species feed on fungus, although a number feed on flower heads.[2]

Worldwide there are about 638 species in 52 genera.[3] The oldest possible record of the family is a specimen from Spanish amber, dating to the Albian stage of the Early Cretaceous.[4]

Taxonomy

This family includes the following subfamily:[5]

Genera within this family include:[6]

References

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