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Steninae

Steninae is a subfamily of Staphylinidae.

Anatomy

  • Antennae interested on vertex between eyes.
  • Eyes very large.
  • Tarsi 5–5–5.

Ecology

  • Habitat: damp areas near streams.
  • Collection method: hand collection, sweep net, sifting leaf litter near streams.
  • Biology: specialized predators of Collembola.

Systematics

Two genera, Dianous (2 spp.) and Stenus (167 spp.) in North America.

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