Denticollis linearis
This record describes Denticollis linearis (species). Recorded family: Elateridae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 9 to 13 mm. Although a variable species, the pronotum is always orangey red. The elytra can be various shades of brown and have pitted rows down their length. Various habitats from meadows to wooded areas. The larvae are found mainly under loose bark, and pupate in spring Common in England and Wales but scarcer in Scotland.
Wikipedia reference for Denticollis linearis: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Denticollis_linearis.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera
- Family
- Elateridae
- Genus
- Denticollis
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Various habitats from meadows to wooded areas.
Seasonal Activity
Peaking in summer
Diet and Behavior
Life History
The larvae are found mainly under loose bark, and pupate in spring
Additional species information
Recorded status
Common in England and Wales but scarcer in Scotland.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Denticollis linearis. 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 Denticollis linearis (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Denticollis linearis
What is Denticollis linearis?
Denticollis linearis is a species in the family Elateridae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Denticollis linearis?
9 to 13 mm. Although a variable species, the pronotum is always orangey red. The elytra can be various shades of brown and have pitted rows down their length.
Where is Denticollis linearis found?
Habitat: Various habitats from meadows to wooded areas.
When is Denticollis linearis active?
Denticollis linearis: seasonal activity - Peaking in summer.
What is the life cycle of a Denticollis linearis?
The larvae are found mainly under loose bark, and pupate in spring