Canthon humectus
This record describes Canthon humectus (species). Recorded family: Scarabaeidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
protibial teeth equidistant; dorsum without shiny spots/granules
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Scarabaeoidea
- Family
- Scarabaeidae (Scarab Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Scarabaeinae
- Tribe
- Deltochilini
- Genus
- Canthon (Tumblebugs)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
se. AZ, w. to c. TX, absent along coastal plain / Mex. - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Canthon humectus (Say 1832)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Canthon humectus. 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 Canthon humectus (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by Phillip Harpootlian , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Canthon humectus
What is Canthon humectus?
Canthon humectus is a species in the family Scarabaeidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Canthon humectus?
protibial teeth equidistant; dorsum without shiny spots/granules
Where is Canthon humectus found?
Range: se. AZ, w. to c. TX, absent along coastal plain / Mex. - Map