Berosus infuscatus
This record describes Berosus infuscatus (species). Recorded family: Hydrophilidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
quite variable in size and in hue; some individuals are quite dark
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Hydrophiloidea
- Family
- Hydrophilidae (Water Scavenger Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Hydrophilinae
- Tribe
- Berosini
- Genus
- Berosus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. US to s. CA (NC-FL to KS-s.CA)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Berosus infuscatus LeConte 1855
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Berosus infuscatus. 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 Berosus infuscatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brad Barnd; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov , mpintar
Frequently Asked Questions About Berosus infuscatus
What is Berosus infuscatus?
Berosus infuscatus is a species in the family Hydrophilidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Berosus infuscatus?
3.5-6.5 mm
How do you identify Berosus infuscatus?
quite variable in size and in hue; some individuals are quite dark
Where is Berosus infuscatus found?
Range: e. US to s. CA (NC-FL to KS-s.CA)