Bledius gallicus
This record describes Bledius gallicus (species). Recorded family: Staphylinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Males have an emargination of the 7th sternite which is filled by a membranous lobe. This emargination is not flanked by spinous processes. Well-developed longitudinal groove on pronotum. see also earliest record in our area: before 1910
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
half-moist sand, gravel, clay or mineral soil mixed with humus, with or without vegetation cover
Geographic Range
adventive in ne.NA (NF‒ON‒MD) - Map , native and common in Europe
Seasonal Activity
Apr‒Oct
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Bledius gallicus (Gravenhorst 1806)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Bledius gallicus. 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 gallicus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brad Barnd; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Bledius gallicus
What is Bledius gallicus?
Bledius gallicus is a species in the family Staphylinidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Bledius gallicus?
3.7–4.8 mm
How do you identify Bledius gallicus?
Males have an emargination of the 7th sternite which is filled by a membranous lobe. This emargination is not flanked by spinous processes. Well-developed longitudinal groove on pronotum. see also
Where is Bledius gallicus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | half-moist sand, gravel, clay or mineral soil mixed with humus, with or without vegetation cover |
| Range | adventive in ne.NA (NF‒ON‒MD) - Map , native and common in Europe |
When is Bledius gallicus active?
Bledius gallicus: seasonal activity - Apr‒Oct.