Bolbocerosoma lepidissimum
This record describes Bolbocerosoma lepidissimum (species). Recorded family: Geotrupidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
The lack of second elytral stria, the sparse punctures, the male genitalia, and usually the color are diagnostic
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Scarabaeoidea
- Family
- Geotrupidae (Earth-Boring Scarab Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Bolboceratinae
- Genus
- Bolbocerosoma
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
sc US (AR-OK to MS-TX) [ map ]
Seasonal Activity
May-Sep (BG data)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Bolbocerosoma lepidissimum Brown 1928
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Bolbocerosoma lepidissimum. 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 Bolbocerosoma lepidissimum (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Bolbocerosoma lepidissimum
What is Bolbocerosoma lepidissimum?
Bolbocerosoma lepidissimum is a species in the family Geotrupidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Bolbocerosoma lepidissimum?
8.5-11 mm
How do you identify Bolbocerosoma lepidissimum?
The lack of second elytral stria, the sparse punctures, the male genitalia, and usually the color are diagnostic
Where is Bolbocerosoma lepidissimum found?
Range: sc US (AR-OK to MS-TX) [ map ]
When is Bolbocerosoma lepidissimum active?
Bolbocerosoma lepidissimum: seasonal activity - May-Sep (BG data).