Platyparadonus, a New Circum-Caribbean Genus of Sand-Associated Negastriinae (Coleoptera: Elateridae)

Abstract

Platyparadonus, new genus is described for two new species, Platyparadonus marleyi, new species from the Greater Antilles (Jamaica, Cuba, St. John), and Platyparadonus beckeri, new species from coastal Colombia. The genus morphology is described and illustrated in detail. The genus is compared to similar genera within the subfamily Negastriinae, and it is integrated into an existing generic key. A key to species of the new genus is provided. For each new species, detailed discussions about the collectors, their field notes, and habitat are provided.