Anthicus haldemani
This record describes Anthicus haldemani (species). Recorded family: Anthicidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Anthicus haldemani is a species of antlike flower beetle in the family Anthicidae. It is found in North America.
Wikipedia reference for Anthicus haldemani: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anthicus haldemani.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Anthicidae (Antlike Flower Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Anthicinae
- Genus
- Anthicus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e.NA (NF–AB to GA–TX) (D.S. Chandler, pers. comm. to =v=)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Anthicus haldemani LeConte 1852
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Anthicus haldemani. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Anthicus haldemani
What is Anthicus haldemani?
Anthicus haldemani is a species in the family Anthicidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Anthicus haldemani?
4.0–4.6 mm
Where is Anthicus haldemani found?
Range: e.NA (NF–AB to GA–TX) (D.S. Chandler, pers. comm. to =v=)