Glischrochilus quadriguttatus
This record describes Glischrochilus quadriguttatus (species). Recorded family: Nitidulidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
The dark elytra have large pale straw coloured markings. Unless identified by a recognised expert, good photos are required that show the key ID features. Also state the beetle's size in the comments box. Well wooded areas, sometimes found at sap runs or under bark. Can be encountered in most months of the year. Widespread but local in England and Wales. No additional images available for this species.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera
- Family
- Nitidulidae
- Genus
- Glischrochilus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Well wooded areas, sometimes found at sap runs or under bark.
Seasonal Activity
Can be encountered in most months of the year.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widespread but local in England and Wales.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Glischrochilus quadriguttatus. 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 Glischrochilus quadriguttatus (2)
Frequently Asked Questions About Glischrochilus quadriguttatus
What is Glischrochilus quadriguttatus?
Glischrochilus quadriguttatus is a species in the family Nitidulidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Glischrochilus quadriguttatus found?
Habitat: Well wooded areas, sometimes found at sap runs or under bark.
When is Glischrochilus quadriguttatus active?
Glischrochilus quadriguttatus: seasonal activity - Can be encountered in most months of the year..