I need a key of identification for Paederus (Coleoptera, Staphylinidae) species from the Neotropical region. Can you help me?

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Francois Verheggen

Get in touch with Didier DRUGMAND at [email protected]. He is a specialist of the Staphylinidae and will likely be able to help !

François

Francinaldo Silva

OK. I have already a key for the Brazilian species of Paederus. I got it in a colaboration with the Federal University of Paraná. The key will be published soon. Thanks to the University of Paraná team.