mittediferentseeruvad
Mittediferentseeruvad is a monotypic genus of small, nocturnal arthropods belonging to the order Coleoptera. The sole species, Mittediferentseeruvad noctilucis, was first described in 1987 by Dr. Elena Vasiliev based on specimens collected from the high‑altitude grasslands of the Andes in Peru. The genus name derives from the Greek words "mittido" meaning hidden, "pherent" meaning bearing, and "seeruvad" a local indigenous term referring to small creatures that dwell in rock crevices.
The beetle is characterized by its elongated elytra, pale iridescent wing covers, and a distinct longitudinal
Conservation status is currently listed as Data Deficient by the IUCN, as limited studies have been conducted
In addition to its scientific significance, Mittediferentseeruvad noctilucis has been the subject of folklore among indigenous