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Milenascopia bilineata Queiroz & Rafael, 2019Figs. 60A–BExamined material. Holotype ♂: BRASIL, Amazonas, Iranduba, Sítio Santa Maria, 03º06'S / 60º19'W, 21.xi.2015, Col…

Milenascopia bilineata Queiroz & Rafael, 2019Figs. 60A–BExamined material. Holotype ♂: BRASIL, Amazonas, Iranduba, Sítio Santa Maria, 03º06'S / 60º19'W, 21.xi.2015, Coleta manual de casal em cópula em arbusto no período da noite, D. G. Pádua leg.” “ Milenascopia bilineata Queiroz & Rafael, 2019 ” (INPA)Other material: Same location as holotype but 21.xi.2015 (1♀ INPA); 20.xi.2018 (5♂ 1♀ INPA)Diagnosis. Transverse sclerite arched, with anterior margin concave, posterior convex, with minute projections. Branch of lophi widened. Hook of lophi in dorsal view rounded, shortened. Ectophallic valves projected posteriorly.Description. This species is well described in Queiroz & Rafael (2019).Comments. This species can be separated from all other cogeneric by the projected ectophallic valves, except for Milenascopia robusta comb. nov., which also has this character. From this latter species, Milenascopia bilineata can be differentiated by the shape of the transverse sclerite, which is arched in Milenascopia bilineata and rectangular, with all margins straight in Milenascopia robusta comb. nov.Geographical records. BRAZIL, Amazonas, Iranduba (Fig. 55).

FIGURE 18. Pictorial key to males of Proscopiini, part 3.

FIGURE 17. Pictorial key to males of Proscopiini, part 2.

Lianascopia domenicoi Queiroz & Heleodoro sp. nov.Figs. 58A–F; 59A–CExamined material. Holotype ♂: “ BRASIL, RR, Amajari Tepequém, SESC, 3 ⁰44'45"N –61 ⁰43…

Lianascopia domenicoi Queiroz & Heleodoro sp. nov.Figs. 58A–F; 59A–CExamined material. Holotype ♂: “ BRASIL, RR, Amajari Tepequém, SESC, 3 ⁰44'45"N –61 ⁰43'40"W, 14–29.xii.2015, R. Boldrini & J. A. Rafael, arm. Malaise”, “ Lianascopia domenicoi Queiroz & Heleodoro, Holotype ” (INPA).Paratype: “ BRASIL, RR, Amajari Tepequém, SESC, 3 ⁰44'45"N –61 ⁰43'40"W, 1–15.ii.2016, R. Boldrini & J. A. Rafael, arm. Malaise”, “ Lianascopia domenicoi Queiroz & Heleodoro ” (♂ MNRJ).Etymology. The name of this species is a tribute to Fernando Campos de Domenico, a Brazilian entomologist, in recognition of all of his contributions to the study of Proscopiidae.Diagnosis. Fastigium with rounded apex in dorsal view, with constant from base to apex, bacilliform; in lateral view with slender aspect, being 1.5 times longer than wide, with round apex (Fig. 58A). Transverse sclerite translucent; posterior margin sinuous (Fig. 59A). Branch of lophi slender, with mesial margin sinuous, forming constrictions basally and apically (Fig. 59A). Accessory plate anteriorly in the form of a widened tube; posteriorly also tubuliform (Fig. 59B). Sclerite of distal sac small, inconspicuous (Figs. 59B–C).Description. Coloration only known by dry specimen, with the body mostly dark brown, varying between 6.5 and 6.8 cm. The spots on gena are very faintly recognized, near the epimeron regions 1 and 2 and subgenital plate are preserved and slightly visible, being light brown (Figs. 58A–B). Head. With slight constriction below the eye in dorsal view (Fig. 58A). Frons rugose. Gena rugose with light brown spot, inconspicuous (Fig. 58B). Fastigium with rounded apex in dorsal view, with constant from base to apex, bacilliform (Fig. 58A); in lateral view with slender aspect, being 2.2 times longer than wide, with round apex (Fig. 58B). Thorax. Prothorax 3.6 times longer than meso- and metathorax combined; covered by minute granulation and having a rugose aspect (Fig. 58A–B). Posterior femur reaching the basal third of the tergite 5 (Fig. 58B). Posterior tibia with 10 anterodorsal and 11 posterodorsal spines (Figs. 58A–B). Abdomen. Abdominal segments 8–10 with inconspicuous setae (Figs. 58A–B). Tergite 9 in lateral view with straight margins (Fig. 58E). Tergite 10 with convex dorsal margin (Fig. 58E). Sternite 8 1.4 times shorter than sternite 9 (Figs. 58E–F). Genitalia. Transverse sclerite translucent, with anterior margin nearly straight; posterior margin sinuous (Fig. 59A). Branch of lophi slender, with mesial margin sinuous, forming constrictions basally and apically (Fig. 59A). Hook of lophi in dorsal view curled anteriorad, conspicuously arched, with apex rhomboid; in lateral view elongated, with margins straight, pointing diagonally (Fig. 59B). Ectophallic valves not joining, subtriangular in dorsal view; with rounded small dots (Fig. 59A). Distal sac membranous, except for the sclerite of distal sac posteriorly; entirely with irregular shape (Figs. B–C). Proximal sac membranous and indistinguishable from distal sac. Accessory plate anteriorly in the form of a widened tube; posteriorly also tubuliform (Fig. 59B). Sclerite of distal sac small, inconspicuous (Figs. 59B–C).Comments. Female unknown.Geographical records. BRAZIL, Roraima, Tepequém (Fig. 55).

FIGURE 16. Pictorial key to males of Proscopiini, part 1. (Photograph of step 3 from Karl Kroeker, 2012, available at https:// www.inaturalist.org/observations/37351381).

FIGURE 15. A–E. Diagnostic characters of male Proscopiini. A. Habitus of Pseudoproscopia taka sp. nov., lateral view. B. Prosternum of Proscopia caacy sp. nov. C. Meso- and metanotum of Kamara amedegn…

FIGURE 15. A–E. Diagnostic characters of male Proscopiini. A. Habitus of Pseudoproscopia taka sp. nov., lateral view. B. Prosternum of Proscopia caacy sp. nov. C. Meso- and metanotum of Kamara amedegnatoi comb. nov., dorsal view. D. Apex of abdomen of Prosarthria chucuriensis. E. Male genitalia of Kamara amedegnatoi comb. nov.

Lianascopia albae Queiroz & Heleodoro sp. nov.Figs. 56A–G; 57A–DExamined material. Holotype ♂: “ Amazonas, Tiquié 6–49, JCM Carvalho col.”, “ Lianas…

Lianascopia albae Queiroz & Heleodoro sp. nov.Figs. 56A–G; 57A–DExamined material. Holotype ♂: “ Amazonas, Tiquié 6–49, JCM Carvalho col.”, “ Lianascopia albae Queiroz & Heleodoro, Holotype ” (MNRJ).Paratype: “ Amazonas, Tiquié 6–49, JCM Carvalho col.”, “ Lianascopia albae Queiroz & Heleodoro ” (♂ INPA).Etymology. The name of this species is a tribute to Alba Bentos Pereira, a Uruguayan entomologist, in recognition of all of her contributions to the study of Proscopiidae.Diagnosis. Fastigium truncated in dorsal view, with anterior half narrowed between the eye, enlarging medially and gradually narrowing again, giving it an aspect of a diamond; lateral view with widened aspect, being 1.5 times longer than wide (Fig. 56A). Transverse sclerite fairly pigmented; posterior margin slightly concave (Fig. 57A). Branch of lophi slender, bacilliform (Fig. 57A). Accessory plate anteriorly in the form of a slender tube, posteriorly fan-like, seemingly with small ducts (Fig. 57B). Sclerite of distal sac conspicuous, large, very pigmented (Fig. 57D).Description. Coloration only known by dry specimen, with the body mostly dark brown, varying between 6.3 and 6.5 cm. The spots on gena, region around epimerons 1 and 2 and last three abdominal segments are preserved and slightly visible, being light brown (Figs. 56A–B). Head. With slight constriction below the eye in frontal view (Fig. 56C). Frons rugose. Gena rugose with light brown spot, inconspicuous (Fig. 56D). Fastigium truncated in dorsal view, with anterior half narrowed between the eye, enlarging medially and gradually narrowing again, giving it an aspect of diamond; lateral view with widened aspect, being 1.5 times longer than wide (Fig. 56A). Thorax. Prothorax 3.2 times longer than meso- and metathorax combined; covered by minute granulation and having a rugose aspect (Figs. 56A–B). Posterior femur nearly reaching the posterior margin of the tergite 5 (Fig. 56B). Posterior tibia with 10 anterodorsal and 13 posterodorsal spines (Figs. 56A–B). Abdomen. Abdominal segments 8–10 with inconspicuous setae (Figs. 56A–B). Tergite 9 in lateral view with straight margins (Fig. 56G). Tergite 10 with convex dorsal margin (Fig. 56G). Sternite 8 1.4 times shorter than sternite 9 (Fig. 56G). Genitalia. Transverse sclerite fairly pigmented; anterior margin slightly sinuous; posterior margin slightly concave (Fig. 57A). Branch of lophi slender, bacilliform (Fig. 57A). Hook of lophi in dorsal view curled anteriorad, conspicuously arched, with apex rhomboid; in lateral view elongated, with margins straight, pointing diagonally (Fig. 57B). Ectophallic valves not joining, subtriangular in dorsal view; with rounded small dots (Fig. 57A). Distal sac membranous, except for the sclerite of distal sac posteriorly; anteriorly rounded, posterior with irregular shape (Figs. 57B,D). Accessory plate anteriorly in the form of a slender tube, posteriorly fan-like, seemingly with small ducts (Fig. 57B). Sclerite of distal sac conspicuous, large, very pigmented, drop shaped (Figs. 57B,D).Comments. Female unknown.Geographical records. BRAZIL, Amazonas, Tiquié (Fig. 55).

FIGURE 14. Most parsimonious tree (L = 156, CI = 60, and RI = 90), simplified version presented to facilitate the interpretation of relationships among genera.

FIGURE 13. Most parsimonious tree (L = 156, CI = 60, and RI = 90) resulting from the analysis of 80 morphological characters of Proscopiini and the outgroup. Taxa highlighted in red were recovered out…

FIGURE 13. Most parsimonious tree (L = 156, CI = 60, and RI = 90) resulting from the analysis of 80 morphological characters of Proscopiini and the outgroup. Taxa highlighted in red were recovered outside their currently recognized taxonomic groups.

FIGURE 12. A. Phallic complex of Tetanorhynchus sp., lateral view; B. Phallic complex of Milenascopia sp., lateral view; C. Spermatheca of Celatus gen. nov.; D. Ejaculatory duct of Pseudoproscopia sp.…

FIGURE 12. A. Phallic complex of Tetanorhynchus sp., lateral view; B. Phallic complex of Milenascopia sp., lateral view; C. Spermatheca of Celatus gen. nov.; D. Ejaculatory duct of Pseudoproscopia sp., ventral view; E. Spermatheca of Milenascopia sp.; F. Spermatheca of Proscopia sp.; G. Spermatheca of Pseudoproscopia sp. Red arrows indicate the location of the phylogenetic characters.