Eucanthus greeni
This record describes Eucanthus greeni (species). Recorded family: Geotrupidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Literature record only for TX. Ratcliffe gives the range of this species as ... Alberta and Manitoba in Canada south to Texas. We are not aware of specific records for Texas but given its known range, it is expected to occur in the Texas Panhandle.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Scarabaeoidea
- Family
- Geotrupidae (Earth-Boring Scarab Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Bolboceratinae
- Genus
- Eucanthus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
w.plains to rockies (MB‒AB to AZ‒TX(?)) - Map
Seasonal Activity
May-Sep in NE
Diet and Behavior
Life History
comes to lights
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Eucanthus greeni Robinson 1948
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Eucanthus greeni. 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 Eucanthus greeni (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Eucanthus greeni
What is Eucanthus greeni?
Eucanthus greeni is a species in the family Geotrupidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Eucanthus greeni?
9.7‒13.4 mm
Where is Eucanthus greeni found?
Range: w.plains to rockies (MB‒AB to AZ‒TX(?)) - Map
When is Eucanthus greeni active?
Eucanthus greeni: seasonal activity - May-Sep in NE.
What is the life cycle of a Eucanthus greeni?
comes to lights