Systematic and biogeographic review of the Staphylinini rove beetles of Lord Howe Island with description of new species and taxonomic changes (Coleoptera, Staphylinidae)

A systematic and biogeographic review of the Staphylinini rove beetles on Lord Howe Island reveals that the fauna is predominantly derived from lineages on mainland Australia, despite the island's oceanic and young geological origins. This study advances taxonomic knowledge by describing two new species—Cheilocolpus olliffi and Quediopsis howensis—and proposing several new combinations for existing species, including Cheilocolpus castaneus, Cheilocolpus kentiae, Ctenandropus mirus, and Hesperus dolichoderes. The research leverages recent global advancements in rove beetle systematics to refine biogeographic conclusions, providing a foundation for deeper exploration of this unique island's biodiversity. These findings highlight the interconnectedness of Lord Howe Island's ecosystems with mainland Australia, offering insights into its complex biogeographical history.

Jenkins Shaw, J., & Solodovnikov, A. (2016). Systematic and biogeographic review of the Staphylinini rove beetles of Lord Howe Island with description of new species and taxonomic changes (Coleoptera, Staphylinidae). ZooKeys, 638, 1–25. https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.638.10883