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This research aims to formally describe four new species of the subgenus Anthrenodes from Jordan.

March 29, 2026

Four new species of subgenus Anthrenodes Chobaut (Coleoptera: Dermestidae: Megatominae: Anthrenus Geoffroy) from Jordan

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This research aims to formally describe four new species of the subgenus Anthrenodes from Jordan.
Descriptions of four new species based on morphological characteristics.
Comparison of these species with existing taxa in the region.
Inclusion of images showcasing habitus and genital features.
Four new species identified: Anthrenus (Anthrenodes) prietoi, vorsti, faillei, and tenebrosus.
Morphological distinctions noted compared to previously described species.
Visual documentation provided to aid in species identification.

Abstract

Four new species: Anthrenus (Anthrenodes) prietoi, Anthrenus (Anthrenodes) vorsti, Anthrenus (Anthrenodes) faillei, and Anthrenus (Anthrenodes) tenebrosus (Coleoptera: Dermestidae: Megatominae) are described from Jordan and compared with other Anthrenodes Chobaut species from Jordan and surrounding region. Images of habitus and genital characteristics are provided.

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Graham J. Holloway

University of Reading

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Four new species of subgenus Anthrenodes Chobaut (Coleoptera: Dermestidae: Megatominae: Anthrenus Geoffroy) from Jordan

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