Eleodes halli
This record describes Eleodes halli (species). Recorded family: Tenebrionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Very similar to E. rileyi but with conspicuous setae on the elytra
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
Southern Utah and Northern Arizona
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Eleodes halli Blaisdell, 1941
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Eleodes halli. 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 halli (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by I Fox; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Eleodes halli
What is Eleodes halli?
Eleodes halli is a species in the family Tenebrionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Eleodes halli?
Very similar to E. rileyi but with conspicuous setae on the elytra
Where is Eleodes halli found?
Range: Southern Utah and Northern Arizona