Endecatomus rugosus
This record describes Endecatomus rugosus (species). Recorded family: Endecatomidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Bostrichoidea
- Family
- Endecatomidae
- Genus
- Endecatomus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Adults found at night on snags infested with polypore fungi; larvae inside fungus
Geographic Range
e US to MB (NB-FL to MB-TX) - Map
Seasonal Activity
late spring and summer
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Endecatomus rugosus (Randall 1838)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Endecatomus rugosus. 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 Endecatomus rugosus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brad Barnd; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Endecatomus rugosus
How big is Endecatomus rugosus?
3.0-5.0 mm
Where is Endecatomus rugosus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Adults found at night on snags infested with polypore fungi; larvae inside fungus |
| Range | e US to MB (NB-FL to MB-TX) - Map |
When is Endecatomus rugosus active?
Endecatomus rugosus: seasonal activity - late spring and summer.