New species and new distributional data on Carabidae (Coleoptera) from the Socotra Archipelago

A groundbreaking study identifies three new species of carabid beetles (Glycia socotrana, Apristus dioscoridus, and Mesolestes niger) from the Socotra Archipelago, alongside new distributional records for additional species. The research significantly expands our understanding of the archipelago's biodiversity, particularly within the tribe Lebiini. By integrating morphological analysis with distributional data, the study highlights the unique faunal composition of Socotra and Abd al Kuri Islands, contributing critical insights to global carabid taxonomy and conservation efforts in this UNESCO-listed region.

Felix, R. F. F. L. (2017). New species and new distributional data on Carabidae (Coleoptera) from the Socotra Archipelago. Acta Entomologica Musei Nationalis Pragae, 57(s1), 41–54. https://doi.org/10.1515/aemnp-2017-0106