Hemicoelus fulvicornis
This record describes Hemicoelus fulvicornis (species). Recorded family: Ptinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Size: 3.5 to 3.8 mm. A tiny wood boring beetle which is a dark, dull grey in colour. It has a hood-like pronotum and a dark stripe along the front tibia. Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required and the specimen should be examined with a microscope. In the comments box, state the key or ID method used and describe the size and identifying characters. Associated with several species of deciduous trees. Most likely to be encountered in summer and early autumn. Widespread in south-east England and the Midlands.
Wikipedia reference for Hemicoelus fulvicornis: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hemicoelus_fulvicornis.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera
- Family
- Ptinidae
- Genus
- Hemicoelus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Associated with several species of deciduous trees.
Seasonal Activity
Most likely to be encountered in summer and early autumn.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widespread in south-east England and the Midlands.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Hemicoelus fulvicornis. 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 Hemicoelus fulvicornis (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Hemicoelus fulvicornis
What is Hemicoelus fulvicornis?
Hemicoelus fulvicornis is a species in the family Ptinidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Hemicoelus fulvicornis?
3.5 to 3.8 mm. A tiny wood boring beetle which is a dark, dull grey in colour. It has a hood-like pronotum and a dark stripe along the front tibia.
Where is Hemicoelus fulvicornis found?
Habitat: Associated with several species of deciduous trees.
When is Hemicoelus fulvicornis active?
Hemicoelus fulvicornis: seasonal activity - Most likely to be encountered in summer and early autumn..