Eusphalerum torquatum
This record describes Eusphalerum torquatum (species). Recorded family: Staphylinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Head with weak transverse furrow behind, delimiting neck area earliest NA record: NF 1965
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Staphylinoidea
- Family
- Staphylinidae (Rove Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Omaliinae
- Tribe
- Eusphalerini
- Genus
- Eusphalerum
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Europe; adventive in our area (NF‒NS)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Eusphalerum torquatum (Marsham 1802)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Eusphalerum torquatum. 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 Eusphalerum torquatum (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Boris Büche; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Eusphalerum torquatum
What is Eusphalerum torquatum?
Eusphalerum torquatum is a species in the family Staphylinidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Eusphalerum torquatum?
2.0‒2.7 mm
How do you identify Eusphalerum torquatum?
Head with weak transverse furrow behind, delimiting neck area
Where is Eusphalerum torquatum found?
Range: Europe; adventive in our area (NF‒NS)