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A catalog of 11 species in 2 genera from Colombia was created. Three Pantophthalmus species are newly recorded in Colombia, expanding the known biodiversity.

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Area of Science:

Zoology
Entomology
Biodiversity

Background:

Colombia is a megadiverse country with a rich insect fauna.
Systematic catalogs are essential for understanding and conserving biodiversity.
The family Opistocomidae, including the genus Pantophthalmus, is known for its large, wood-boring larvae.

Purpose of the Study:

To present a catalog of Opistocomiidae species recorded in Colombia.
To document the diversity of the family within the country.
To report new country records for the genus Pantophthalmus.

Main Methods:

Compilation of existing taxonomic literature and museum records.
Species identification and verification.
Geographic distribution mapping within Colombia.

Main Results:

A total of 11 species belonging to 2 genera of Opistocomiidae are recorded for Colombia.
Three species within the genus Pantophthalmus are reported for the first time in Colombia.
This catalog provides a baseline for future research on this family in the region.

Conclusions:

The Opistocomiidae fauna of Colombia includes 11 species across 2 genera.
The inclusion of three new Pantophthalmus species highlights the incomplete knowledge of Colombian insect biodiversity.
Further research is needed to fully understand the distribution and ecology of these species in Colombia.