1Department of Science-Basic Education College, University of Babylon, Hillah City, Iraq
2Iraq Natural History Research Center and Museum, University of Baghdad, Baghdad City, Iraq
*Corresponding author: Ameer Ibrahim Abdulzahra. Department of Science-Basic Education College, University of Babylon, Hillah City, Iraq; E-mail: Ameeribrahim2751988@gmail.comand
Online published on 29 May, 2018.
Meloide are usually referred to as “blister beetles” due to the toxin, cantharidin, typically found within their bodies that can cause blistering of human skin. Several meloide species have long histories of adversely impacting agriculture resulting from large aggregations foraging on crops and negatively impacting livestock health. Blister beetles also have a complex and interesting development. Amazingly, even with these important and interesting faces, little is known about these beetles in their natural habitats. A revised checklist of the blister beetles genera (Coleoptera, Meloidae) was given during this study in Iraq. The investigation showed (13) genera belonging to two subfamilies, three genera new recorded to entomofauna of Iraq (Lydomorphus Fairmaire, 1882, Zonitis Fabricius, 1775, Alosimus Mulsant, 1857).
Meloidae, Coleoptera, Genera, new recorded, Iraq, Blister beetles
