Platyrhacinae
Platyrhacinae is a subfamily of scarab beetles within the family Scarabaeidae. Members of this subfamily are primarily found in the Neotropical region. They are characterized by their flattened bodies and often distinctive pronotal sculpturing. The subfamily contains several genera, with Platyrhachis being a prominent example.
The diet of Platyrhacinae species is not extensively documented, but like many scarab beetles, it is presumed
The taxonomy of Platyrhacinae has undergone revisions, and its precise phylogenetic placement within Scarabaeidae continues to