Lechorodius lutulentus
This record describes Lechorodius lutulentus (species). Recorded family: Scarabaeidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Identification notes
Lectotype
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Scarabaeoidea
- Family
- Scarabaeidae (Scarab Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Aphodiinae
- Tribe
- Aphodiini
- Genus
- Lechorodius
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
se.US to c.TX
Seasonal Activity
winter active surface generalist
Diet and Behavior
Diet: prefers deer dung
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Lechorodius lutulentus (Haldeman 1843)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Lechorodius lutulentus. 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 Lechorodius lutulentus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Phillip Harpootlian , Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Lechorodius lutulentus
How do you identify Lechorodius lutulentus?
Lectotype
Where is Lechorodius lutulentus found?
Range: se.US to c.TX
What does Lechorodius lutulentus eat?
The diet of the Lechorodius lutulentus includes prefers deer dung.
When is Lechorodius lutulentus active?
Lechorodius lutulentus: seasonal activity - winter active surface generalist.