A revision of Pediacus Shuckard (Coleoptera: Cucujidae) for America north of Mexico, with notes on other species
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The genus Pediacus Shuckard is revised for America north of Mexico. Seven species are recorded: P. andrewsi Thomas, n. sp.; P. fuscus Erichson; P. gracilis Thomas, n. sp.; P. hesperoglaber Thomas, n. sp.; P. ommatodon Thomas, n. sp.; P. stephani Thomas, n. sp.; and P. subglaber LeConte, new status. The species are described and illustrated, and a key is presented for their identification. The described European and Neotropical species are reviewed and illustrated. 158 Volume 17, No. 3-4, September December, 2003, INSECTA MUNDI
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