Callistethus marginatus
This record describes Callistethus marginatus (species). Recorded family: Scarabaeidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Elytra | Elytra brownish, with a green tint. |
| Head | Head and pronotum darker, pronotum may have paler sides |
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Scarabaeoidea
- Family
- Scarabaeidae (Scarab Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Rutelinae
- Tribe
- Anomalini
- Genus
- Callistethus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e.US to S.Amer. - Map , abundant
Diet and Behavior
Life History
abundant at lights
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Callistethus marginatus (Fabricius 1792)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Callistethus marginatus. 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 Callistethus marginatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Cotinis; Additional contributions by john and jane balaban , Phillip Harpootlian , Bbarnd , Mike Quinn , nebbeetle , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Callistethus marginatus
What is Callistethus marginatus?
Callistethus marginatus is a species in the family Scarabaeidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Callistethus marginatus?
11‒16 mm
How do you identify Callistethus marginatus?
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Elytra | Elytra brownish, with a green tint. |
| Head | Head and pronotum darker, pronotum may have paler sides |
Where is Callistethus marginatus found?
Range: e.US to S.Amer. - Map , abundant
What is the life cycle of a Callistethus marginatus?
abundant at lights