Endeodes basalis
This record describes Endeodes basalis (species). Recorded family: Melyridae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
According to Moore and Legner, 'This species is distinct in the combination of its long piceus elytra with the base pale and its cordate pronotum. The color of the abdomen is variable, ranging from entirely ferruginous to entirely piceus with many intergrades...'
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Cleroidea
- Family
- Melyridae (Soft-winged Flower Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Malachiinae
- Tribe
- Malachiini
- Genus
- Endeodes
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
coastal s. Calif. - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Endeodes basalis LeConte, 1852
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Endeodes basalis. 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 Endeodes basalis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jeff Gruber; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Endeodes basalis
What is Endeodes basalis?
Endeodes basalis is a species in the family Melyridae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Endeodes basalis?
According to Moore and Legner, 'This species is distinct in the combination of its long piceus elytra with the base pale and its cordate pronotum. The color of the abdomen is variable, ranging from entirely ferruginous to entirely piceus with many intergrades...'
Where is Endeodes basalis found?
Range: coastal s. Calif. - Map