Molecular phylogeny of Pedinini (Coleoptera, Tenebrionidae) and its implications for higher-level classification

Kamiński, Marcin Jan; Kanda, Kojun; Lumen, Ryan; Smith, Aaron D.; Iwan, Dariusz

doi:10.1093/zoolinnean/zly033

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“…Efforts were taken to amplify and sequence DNA for six gene fragments: 12S rRNA (12S, 354 bp), 28S rRNA (28S, 1057 bp) D1-D3, cytochrome c oxidase subunit II (COII, 654 bp), wingless (wg, 435 bp), CAD/rudimentary (CAD2, 723 bp), and arginine kinase (ArgK, 669 bp). This set of markers fully corresponds to those used in the only available phylogeny of the 'Opatrinoid' clade (Kamiński et al 2019). For primers' specification and details concerning the PCR reactions, see Kamiński et al (2019) and Kanda et al (2015Kanda et al ( , 2016.…”

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“…However, due to a lack of phylogenetic studies concerning opatrinoid beetles, all of the above-mentioned papers have dealt with slightly different, paraphyletic entities [Opatrinae sensu Koch (1956) or Medvedev (1968)]. A phylogeny-based classification of the 'Opatrinoid' clade was introduced recently (Iwan and Kamiński 2016;Kamiński et al 2018aKamiński et al , 2019. This reclassification provided an opportunity to revise the available knowledge on larval morphology in a new context.…”

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Immature stages of beetles representing the ‘Opatrinoid’ clade (Coleoptera: Tenebrionidae): an overview of current knowledge of the larval morphology and some resulting taxonomic notes on Blapstinina

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This paper summarizes currently available morphological data on larval stages of representatives of the 'Opatrinoid' clade (Tenebrionidae: Tenebrioninae). Literature research revealed that larval morphology of approximately 6% of described species representing this lineage is currently known (139 out of ~ 2325 spp.). Larvae of the five following species are described and illustrated: Zadenos mulsanti (Dendarini: Melambiina; South Africa), Blapstinus histricus, Blapstinus longulus, Trichoton sordidum (Opatrini: Blapstinina; North America), and Eurynotus rudebecki (Platynotini: Eurynotina; South Africa). The majority of studied larvae were associated with adults using molecular tools, resulting in an updated phylogeny of the 'Opatrinoid' clade. This revised phylogeny provides an evolutionary context for discussion of larval morphology. Based on the morphological and molecular evidence, the following synonym is proposed within Blapstinina: Trichoton Hope, 1841 (= Bycrea Pascoe, 1868 syn. nov.). Based on this decision, a new combination is introduced: Trichoton villosum Pascoe, 1868 comb. nov. The economic importance of the 'Opatrinoid' clade larvae is also briefly discussed, as well as potential future avenues of research.

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Immature stages of beetles representing the ‘Opatrinoid’ clade (Coleoptera: Tenebrionidae): an overview of current knowledge of the larval morphology and some resulting taxonomic notes on Blapstinina

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“…A close affiliation between the latter three tribes and Opatrini has recently been revealed in the works of Kamiński et al . (, ,b). Voucher specimens are deposited in the entomological collections of the Museum and Institute of Zoology of the Polish Academy of Sciences (MIZ PAS), Kojun Kanda (KKIC), Aaron D. Smith (ADSC) and Ryan Lumen (RLIC).…”

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“…The following seven subtribes were designated: Ammobiina Desbrochers des Loges, Blapstinina Mulsant and Rey, Heterotarsina Blanchard, Neopachypterina Bouchard et al, Opatrina, Sclerina Lacordaire and Stizopina Lacordaire. The monophyly of some subtribes has since been tested and supported by two independent molecular phylogenetic analyses (Kamiński et al ., ,b). However, those studies were focused on pedinoid beetles (Dendarini Mulsant & Rey, Pedinini Eschscholtz and Platynotini Mulsant & Rey) and treated Opatrini as the outgroup.…”

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“…Opatrini Brullé are a speciose tribe of darkling beetles (Tenebrionidae: Tenebrioninae) composed of > 2000 species, inhabiting arid and semiarid regions of nearly all biogeographic realms of the world (Iwan & Kamiński, 2016;Kamiński et al, 2019a). Representatives of this group can be easily differentiated from other Tenebrioninae by the shape of the protrochanter base, which is elongate only in Opatrini (Iwan, 2004).…”

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Molecular insights into the phylogeny of Blapstinina (Coleoptera: Tenebrionidae: Opatrini)

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Systematic Entomology

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The monophyly of the North and South American endemic subtribe Blapstinina (Tenebrionidae: Opatrini) is tested through phylogenetic analyses using five molecular markers [nuclear ribosomal 28S (28S), cytochrome oxidase subunit II (COII), arginine kinase (ArgK), carbamoyl‐phosphate synthetase domain of rudimentary (CAD), wingless (wg)]. Representatives of several opatrinoid subtribes were taken into consideration, including other geographically overlapping endemic genera, namely Ammodonus, Ephalus and Pseudephalus (all previously considered representatives of Ammobiina). A comparative study of morphology was performed to assess resulting phylogenetic hypotheses. Analyses support the monophyly of Blapstinina; however, they also strongly indicate that Ammodonus should be included within the subtribe. Mecysmus is nested within Blapstinus and therefore, a new synonymy, Blapstinus (= Mecysmus syn.n.), and the following combinations are introduced: Blapstinus advena comb.n., B. angustus comb.r., B. laticollis comb.n., B. parvulus comb.n., B. tenuis comb.n. Morphological analysis showed a close affiliation between Ephalus and Pseudephalus. Based on these results, Pseudephalus is synonymized with Ephalus [Ephalus (= Pseudephalus syn.n.)], and the following combination is introduced: Ephalus brevicornis comb.n. Recovered topologies also strongly support transferring Ephalus stat.n. into Opatrina, making the distribution of Opatrina amphi‐Atlantic.

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Recovery and analysis of ancient beetle DNA from subfossil packrat middens using high-throughput sequencing

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The study of ancient DNA is revolutionizing our understanding of paleo-ecology and the evolutionary history of species. Insects are essential components in many ecosystems and constitute the most diverse group of animals. Yet they are largely neglected in ancient DNA studies. We report the results of the first targeted investigation of insect ancient DNA to positively identify subfossil insects to species, which includes the recovery of endogenous content from samples as old as ~ 34,355 ybp. Potential inhibitors currently limiting widespread research on insect ancient DNA are discussed, including the lack of closely related genomic reference sequences (decreased mapping efficiency) and the need for more extensive collaborations with insect taxonomists. The advantages of insect-based studies are also highlighted, especially in the context of understanding past climate change. In this regard, insect remains from ancient packrat middens are a rich and largely uninvestigated resource for exploring paleo-ecology and species dynamics over time.

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Molecular phylogeny of Pedinini (Coleoptera, Tenebrionidae) and its implications for higher-level classification

Cited by 23 publications

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Immature stages of beetles representing the ‘Opatrinoid’ clade (Coleoptera: Tenebrionidae): an overview of current knowledge of the larval morphology and some resulting taxonomic notes on Blapstinina

Immature stages of beetles representing the ‘Opatrinoid’ clade (Coleoptera: Tenebrionidae): an overview of current knowledge of the larval morphology and some resulting taxonomic notes on Blapstinina

Molecular insights into the phylogeny of Blapstinina (Coleoptera: Tenebrionidae: Opatrini)

Recovery and analysis of ancient beetle DNA from subfossil packrat middens using high-throughput sequencing

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