Glischrochilus sanguinolentus
This record describes Glischrochilus sanguinolentus (species). Recorded family: Nitidulidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Elytra red with black submedian spot and black apical third, to almost all-black
Wikipedia reference for Glischrochilus sanguinolentus: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glischrochilus_sanguinolentus.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Cucujoidea
- Family
- Nitidulidae (Sap-feeding Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cryptarchinae
- Genus
- Glischrochilus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
on sap flows of maple and other hardwoods and in association with fungi ( 3 )
Geographic Range
transcontinental (NS-FL to BC-TX)
Seasonal Activity
spring through fall ( 3 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Glischrochilus sanguinolentus (Olivier 1790)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Glischrochilus sanguinolentus. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Glischrochilus sanguinolentus
What is Glischrochilus sanguinolentus?
Glischrochilus sanguinolentus is a species in the family Nitidulidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Glischrochilus sanguinolentus?
4.5-6.5 mm
How do you identify Glischrochilus sanguinolentus?
Elytra red with black submedian spot and black apical third, to almost all-black
Where is Glischrochilus sanguinolentus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | on sap flows of maple and other hardwoods and in association with fungi ( 3 ) |
| Range | transcontinental (NS-FL to BC-TX) |
When is Glischrochilus sanguinolentus active?
Glischrochilus sanguinolentus: seasonal activity - spring through fall ( 3 ).