Canthon (Glaphyrocanthon) viridis
Canthon viridis
This record describes Canthon viridis (species). Recorded family: Scarabaeidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
two 'clypial teeth', color variable our only representative of the subg. Glaphyrocanthon Martínez 1948
Identification notes
two 'clypial teeth', color variable
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
Habitat
wooded habitats; found perching on vegetation or in pitfalls baited with fungi, carrion, or feces ( 5 )
Geographic Range
e.NA (ON‒MA‒FL to NE‒TX) to n.S.America [ map ]
Diet and Behavior
Life History
can feed on dog feces in Austin, TX ( 6 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Canthon viridis (Palisot de Beauvois 1805)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Canthon viridis. 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 (Glaphyrocanthon) viridis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Phillip Harpootlian; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov , Marci Hess
Frequently Asked Questions About Canthon (Glaphyrocanthon) viridis
What is Canthon (Glaphyrocanthon) viridis?
Canthon (Glaphyrocanthon) viridis (Canthon viridis) is a species in the family Scarabaeidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Canthon (Glaphyrocanthon) viridis?
3.6‒4.7 mm
How do you identify Canthon (Glaphyrocanthon) viridis?
two 'clypial teeth', color variable
Where is Canthon (Glaphyrocanthon) viridis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | wooded habitats; found perching on vegetation or in pitfalls baited with fungi, carrion, or feces ( 5 ) |
| Range | e.NA (ON‒MA‒FL to NE‒TX) to n.S.America [ map ] |
What is the life cycle of a Canthon (Glaphyrocanthon) viridis?
can feed on dog feces in Austin, TX ( 6 )