Achenomorphus corticinus
This record describes Achenomorphus corticinus (species). Recorded family: Staphylinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Det. E. G. Riley, 2010 Comes to UV lights
Identification notes
Det. E. G. Riley, 2010
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Staphylinoidea
- Family
- Staphylinidae (Rove Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Paederinae
- Tribe
- Lathrobiini
- Genus
- Achenomorphus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
litter, compost, occasionally mushrooms or ant nests
Geographic Range
e.NA (QC-s.FL to MB-TX) - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Achenomorphus corticinus ( Gravenhorst 1802)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Achenomorphus corticinus. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Coleoptera is the largest order of insects with over 400,000 described species, representing ~25% of all known animal species and ~40% of all insects. In the U.S. alone, nearly 30,000 beetle species have been identified.
Ecological role of the group
Beetles are prominent decomposers, especially in forests, breaking down dead wood and recycling nutrients. As predators, they reduce populations of pest insects. Many species are also important pollinators of flowering plants.
Economic and practical significance of the group
Beetles have major economic significance: leaf beetles (Chrysomelidae) and weevils (Curculionoidea) are among the most destructive agricultural pests globally, costing billions annually, while predatory species like ladybugs provide natural pest control.
Recorded sources for this group: Britannica, Smithsonian, NCSU Entomology. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Achenomorphus corticinus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by cotinis , Bbarnd , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Achenomorphus corticinus
What is Achenomorphus corticinus?
Achenomorphus corticinus is a species in the family Staphylinidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Achenomorphus corticinus?
Det. E. G. Riley, 2010
Where is Achenomorphus corticinus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | litter, compost, occasionally mushrooms or ant nests |
| Range | e.NA (QC-s.FL to MB-TX) - Map |