Paederus sp. (genus) (Whiplash rove beetle)
Family Staphylinidae.
These beetles carry a defensive secretion (pederin) that can cause serious dermatitis ('whiplash' dermatitis) in humans - see http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/environment/factsheets/Pages/rove-beetles.aspx .
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Regional distribution
Paederus sp. (genus) is listed in the following regions: