Bledius litoreus
This record describes Bledius litoreus (species). Recorded family: Staphylinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Elytron with basal two-thirds bright reddish brown; apical third pale brownish yellow (fig. 47). - left elytron Type Locality: Pass-a-Grille, Pinellas County, Florida, in beach sand, collected by J. C. Bradley on February 26, 1937 Paratypes: Seven specimens, same data as holotype
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
Geographic Range
se.US (se.GA to s.FL to w.FL panhandle) - iNat
Seasonal Activity
Jun-Jul
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Bledius litoreus (Herman)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Bledius litoreus. 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 litoreus (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Bledius litoreus
What is Bledius litoreus?
Bledius litoreus is a species in the family Staphylinidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Bledius litoreus?
Length: 1.7 to 2.5 mm
How do you identify Bledius litoreus?
Elytron with basal two-thirds bright reddish brown; apical third pale brownish yellow (fig. 47). - left elytron
Where is Bledius litoreus found?
Range: se.US (se.GA to s.FL to w.FL panhandle) - iNat
When is Bledius litoreus active?
Bledius litoreus: seasonal activity - Jun-Jul.