Enicmus maculatus
This record describes Enicmus maculatus (species). Recorded family: Latridiidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Elytra color testaceous, tessellated [checkered] with black quadrate spots, margin blackish Det. Nicolas Gompel, 2008 Type Locality: Detroit, MI
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Coccinelloidea
- Family
- Latridiidae (Minute Brown Scavenger Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Latridiinae
- Genus
- Enicmus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e US ( 3 )
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Reared from the ascomycete Hypoxylon (Lawrence 1977)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Enicmus maculatus. 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 Enicmus maculatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Nicolas Gompel; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Enicmus maculatus
What is Enicmus maculatus?
Enicmus maculatus is a species in the family Latridiidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Enicmus maculatus?
Length: 1.9 mm
How do you identify Enicmus maculatus?
Elytra color testaceous, tessellated [checkered] with black quadrate spots, margin blackish Det. Nicolas Gompel, 2008
Where is Enicmus maculatus found?
Range: e US ( 3 )
What is the life cycle of a Enicmus maculatus?
Reared from the ascomycete Hypoxylon (Lawrence 1977)