Definition of the Ichthyurus macrurus species group (Coleoptera: Cantharidae), with description of a new species from Yunnan, China

Zootaxa 2026 Open access

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Authors: Wenxiao Zhang, Ji-Liang Wang, Jianxin Hua, Xingke Yang, Yuxia Yang
DOI: 10.11646/zootaxa.5757.4.3
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Abstract

A specie group within the genus Ichthyurus Westwood, 1848 in the Oriental Region is proposed based on the anatomical comparison. This group is designated as the I. macrurus species group and comprises three species, including I. macrurus Gestro, 1892 (new record in China), I. major Pic, 1922 (new record in China), and I. maculatipennis sp. nov. (China: Yunnan). These species are illustrated with habitus and genital segments of both sexes, pro- and mesothoracic legs of the male, aedeagus and internal genitalia of the female. A key for identification and a distribution map of this species group are provided.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Coleoptera Taxonomy and Distribution Coleoptera: Cerambycidae studies Scarabaeidae Beetle Taxonomy and Biogeography

Publication details

Journal / source
Zootaxa
Volume
5757
Issue
4
Pages
339–356
Publication date
8 February 2026
Language
EN