Anthicus antherinus
This record describes Anthicus antherinus (species). Recorded family: Anthicidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
A small (3 to 3.5 mm) black and rust red beetle. Has been recorded in most months of the year but peak times seem to be April-May and September-November. Mostly recorded from the southern half of Britain.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera
- Family
- Anthicidae
- Genus
- Anthicus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Open habitats and grassy places.
Seasonal Activity
Has been recorded in most months of the year but peak times seem to be April-May and September-November.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Mostly recorded from the southern half of Britain.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Anthicus antherinus. 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 Anthicus antherinus (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Anthicus antherinus
What is Anthicus antherinus?
Anthicus antherinus is a species in the family Anthicidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Anthicus antherinus found?
Habitat: Open habitats and grassy places.
When is Anthicus antherinus active?
Anthicus antherinus: seasonal activity - Has been recorded in most months of the year but peak times seem to be April-May and September-November..