Fig. 11. The maximally inflated endophallus
P.(Melanius) nigrita Paykull
Metatrochanter with 1 setiferous pore. Metacoxa with 2 setiferous pores.
Mesofemur with 2 setae along hind margin. Last tarsal segment glabrous underneath.
Metepisternum elongated. Proepisternum punctate.
Head smooth. Pronotum with latero-basal carina. Hind angles with tooth.
Elytra with distinct striae. Scutellar stria with a pore. Intervals weakly convex.
Third interval with 3-4 setiferous pores: first pore sinuated near third stria, remainder nearer toward second stria.
Anal sternum of male with a small medial tubercle.
Endophallus (Fig. 11), often with small thorns on the apical half. Total length 10,6 - 11,5 mm.
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Fig. 11. The maximally inflated endophallus
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