Eleodes goryi
This record describes Eleodes goryi (species). Recorded family: Tenebrionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
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Identification notes
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Wikipedia reference for Eleodes goryi: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eleodes_goryi.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Tenebrionidae (Darkling Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Blaptinae
- Tribe
- Amphidorini
- Genus
- Eleodes (Desert Stink Beetles)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
NM-TX / e.Mex. - Map , most records across western 2/3 of Texas, apparently scarce in the panhandle
Seasonal Activity
Apr-Jan (BG data)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Hippolyte Louis Gory (1800 – 1852), a French entomologist, gave the type to Solier. by far the most common Eleodes sp. in Texas
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Eleodes goryi. 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 Eleodes goryi (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Eleodes goryi
What is Eleodes goryi?
Eleodes goryi is a species in the family Tenebrionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Eleodes goryi?
Length: 15-21 mm
How do you identify Eleodes goryi?
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Where is Eleodes goryi found?
Range: NM-TX / e.Mex. - Map , most records across western 2/3 of Texas, apparently scarce in the panhandle
When is Eleodes goryi active?
Eleodes goryi: seasonal activity - Apr-Jan (BG data).