desaliini

Desaliini is a tribe of leaf beetles belonging to the subfamily Eumolpinae. This group is characterized by several morphological features, including a distinct antennal structure and specific pronotal sculpturing. The tribe is primarily distributed in the Neotropical region, with a few species extending into North America. Research on Desaliini has focused on their taxonomy, biogeography, and host plant associations. Several genera are recognized within Desaliini, each with its own unique set of species. For example, the genus *Desmopachys* is known from Central and South America. These beetles are generally small to medium-sized and exhibit a variety of colors, often metallic or iridescent. Their larvae are typically endophytic, feeding within plant tissues, while adults feed on the foliage of various plants. Specific host plant families vary among the different genera and species, contributing to their ecological diversity. Ongoing taxonomic work continues to clarify relationships within the tribe and describe new species.