Laricobius erichsoni
This record describes Laricobius erichsoni (species). Recorded family: Derodontidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
earliest record in our area: NB 1951 (released for biocontrol purposes) ( 4 )
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Derodontoidea
- Family
- Derodontidae (Tooth-necked Fungus Beetles)
- Genus
- Laricobius
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
native to Europe , introduced deliberately in ne. & nw. NA (NF-NB-ME; BC-OR)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: preys on Cinara spp. & related conifer aphids
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Laricobius erichsoni Rosenhauer 1846
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Laricobius erichsoni. 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 Laricobius erichsoni (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Laricobius erichsoni
What is Laricobius erichsoni?
Laricobius erichsoni is a species in the family Derodontidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Laricobius erichsoni?
2.0-2.5 mm
Where is Laricobius erichsoni found?
Range: native to Europe , introduced deliberately in ne. & nw. NA (NF-NB-ME; BC-OR)
What does Laricobius erichsoni eat?
The diet of the Laricobius erichsoni includes preys on Cinara spp. & related conifer aphids.