Abstract
This paper presents Tsounkranaglenea cabrasae sp. nov., a new species of Saperdini from Mt. Candalaga Range in Maragusan, Davao de Oro Philippines. The new species has a peculiar short, recurved rake-like sternite VII and a unique form of aedeagus making the species distinct from its congeners. High-definition images of species habitus, male terminalia, and genitalia are also provided.
Keywords: Asia, Beetles, Lamiinae, Mindanao, New Species, Philippines.
Habitus of Tsounkranaglenea cabrasae sp. nov. |
Tsounkranaglenea cabrasae sp. nov.
Etymology. The new species is named in honor of our dearest colleague Dr. Analyn Cabras [1986-2024], a remarkable Philippine weevil worker, who has been instrumental in advancing Philippine coleopterology.
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