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- A new genus called Dilatapalochrus has been identified in East Africa, specifically within the tribe Apalochrini.
- The newly described species, Dilatapalochrus vikhrevi, is established as the type species, with detailed illustrations of male features provided.
- The research also discusses the placement of this genus in its tribal context and includes a key for identifying other genera within the Apalochrini tribe found in Africa.
Article Abstract
A new genus, Dilatapalochrus Tshernyshev gen. nov., from East Africa is described in the tribe Apalochrini with Dilatapalochrus vikhrevi Tshernyshev, sp. nov. designated at the type species. Male external appearance and special male characters for the new species are illustrated. Placement of the genus in the tribe Apalochrini is discussed, and a key to genera of the tribe occurring in Africa is provided.
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