Biology:Amidobia

Amidobia is a genus of beetles belonging to the family Staphylinidae.

The species of this genus are found in Europe.

GBIF recognizes nine species, including:

• Amidobia bacilliformis (Bernhauer, 1921)
• Amidobia creta Pace, 1985

Taxonomy and distribution

Amidobia is a genus of small beetles in the rove beetle family Staphylinidae, first described by Thomson in 1858. It is native to Europe. Two recognized species are Amidobia bacilliformis (Bernhauer, 1921) and Amidobia creta (Pace, 1985). Members of this genus are distinguished by their elongated bodies and are typically found in leaf litter and moss, where they play a role in the breakdown of decaying organic material. Though relatively obscure, Amidobia contributes to the biodiversity of European soil ecosystems. 

References

Wikidata ☰ Q21217311 entry