The genus Onthophagus Latreille, 1802 (Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae) of Mexico
Data from literature was gathered to compile the checklist of the fauna of Onthophagus of Mexico. A total amount of 121 species was found, with 85 endemics to Mexico. The distributional pattern and commentaries of the majority of the species are provided. Records of species were found for all the Mexican States, except for Baja California. Mexico is the diversification center of Onthophagus in America, with ca. 63% of the described species of the continent. Oaxaca is the richest state and the only one with the greater number of endemisms. The factors that drove the diversification of Onthophagus in Mexico are discussed. Onthophagus mesoamericanus Zunino y Halffter, 1988 is resurrected from previous synonymy.
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Universidad de Guadalajara
2021
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| Online Access: | http://dugesiana.cucba.udg.mx/index.php/DUG/article/view/7166 |
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