Leptusa brevicollis
This record describes Leptusa brevicollis (species). Recorded family: Staphylinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Staphylinoidea
- Family
- Staphylinidae (Rove Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Aleocharinae
- Tribe
- Homalotini
- Genus
- Leptusa
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Hardwood and conifer forests, often found under bark, in leaf litter, or on fungi.
Geographic Range
From Newfoundland west to Ontario in Canada, extending south to North Carolina in the USA.
Seasonal Activity
Spring to late fall.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Leptusa brevicollis Casey, 1893.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Leptusa brevicollis. 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 Leptusa brevicollis
How big is Leptusa brevicollis?
2.0-3.0 mm
Where is Leptusa brevicollis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Hardwood and conifer forests, often found under bark, in leaf litter, or on fungi. |
| Range | From Newfoundland west to Ontario in Canada, extending south to North Carolina in the USA. |
When is Leptusa brevicollis active?
Leptusa brevicollis: seasonal activity - Spring to late fall..