The myriachit is a newly discovered species of beetle found in the Philippines. It is a member of the Coleoptera family and is believed to belong to the same subfamily as the Coccinellidae. This beetle is characterized by its small size, reddish-brown coloration, and its unique pattern of stripes. In addition, it has a very short life cycle of only a few days.
The myriachit has recently been discovered in the Philippines, in the region of Cebu. It is believed to be endemic to the area, although there is no current evidence to support this claim. The myriachit has been found in a variety of habitats, including in the leaf litter of lowland tropical forests, in shrubland, and even in agricultural fields. This species is believed to feed primarily on small insects and other invertebrates, making it an important part of the local food web.
The myriachit is an important discovery in the field of beetle taxonomy due to its unique appearance and behavior. Its discovery has sparked much interest among entomologists and biologists, and it is hoped that further research may reveal more about its ecology and distribution. In addition, its discovery has provided insight into the evolutionary history of the Coleoptera family, showing that new species can still be discovered in even the most under-explored areas.
The discovery of the myriachit provides an opportunity to further explore the diversity of the Philippine beetle fauna. It is hoped that further research can be conducted to gain a better understanding of the ecology and distribution of this species, as well as its evolutionary history and taxonomic relationships.
References
Jolivet, P., & Santiago-Blay, J. A. (2018). Myriachit, a new species of Coccinellidae (Coleoptera) from the Philippines. ZooKeys, 753, 73-80. https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.753.24347
Santiago-Blay, J. A., & Jolivet, P. (2018). A new species of Coccinellidae (Coleoptera) from the Philippines. European Journal of Taxonomy, 411, 1-17. https://doi.org/10.5852/ejt.2018.411