New record of Blaps nitiduloides (Soldati, 2017) (Coleoptera, Tenebrionidae, Blaptini) in the ancient ruins of Thubursicum Numidarum (Khemissa, northeastern Algeria)
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: The city of Thubursicum Numidarum is considered one of the most important and richest ancient archaeological sites in Algeria, in terms of magnitude and the diversity of archaeological buildings. This city is located in the far east of Algeria, specifically in the municipality of Khemissa, the state of Souk Ahras, distinguished most importantly by its Numidian origins, as indicated by its ancient name. In the context of this study, a Tenebrionidae (Coleoptera) species was discovered in these Roman ruins. Blaps nitiduloides (Soldati, 2017) is a significant finding as it had been reported previously in Northeastern Algeria fauna biodiversity.
Source: Natura Croatica
Authors: Mohcen Menaa, Lamia Boutabia, Salah Telailia
Language: English
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4414127100