Bledius emarginatus
This record describes Bledius emarginatus (species). Recorded family: Staphylinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Additional details | Color black, reddish brown, and yellowish brown. |
| Head | Head black to dark reddish brown. |
| Pronotum | Pronotum and abdomen dark reddish brown to pale reddish brown. |
| Elytra | Elytra yellowish brown with broad, diffuse, pale reddish brown sutural stripe; epipleuron yellowish brown. |
| Antennae | Antennae pale reddish brown. |
| Legs | Legs yellowish brown. Type Locality: Indiana |
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Staphylinoidea
- Family
- Staphylinidae (Rove Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Oxytelinae
- Tribe
- Blediini
- Genus
- Bledius
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
This beautiful little Bledius occurs everywhere in countless multitudes on damp, loamy places along streams near running water in July and August.
Geographic Range
e. NA to e.MT
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Bledius emarginatus (Say 1831)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Bledius emarginatus. 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 Bledius emarginatus (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brad Barnd; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Bledius emarginatus
What is Bledius emarginatus?
Bledius emarginatus is a species in the family Staphylinidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Bledius emarginatus?
Length 1.8 to 2.7 mm
How do you identify Bledius emarginatus?
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Additional details | Color black, reddish brown, and yellowish brown. |
| Head | Head black to dark reddish brown. |
| Pronotum | Pronotum and abdomen dark reddish brown to pale reddish brown. |
| Elytra | Elytra yellowish brown with broad, diffuse, pale reddish brown sutural stripe; epipleuron yellowish brown. |
| Antennae | Antennae pale reddish brown. |
| Legs | Legs yellowish brown. |
Where is Bledius emarginatus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | This beautiful little Bledius occurs everywhere in countless multitudes on damp, loamy places along streams near running water in July and August. |
| Range | e. NA to e.MT |