Ligyrus neglectus
This record describes Ligyrus neglectus (species). Recorded family: Scarabaeidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Type External protibial surface in frontal view nearly smooth, with only minute, sparse punctures. Pronotum and elytra deeply punctate, punctures large, round • apical half of parameres wide and parallel-sided, ventral tooth wide and apical
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Scarabaeoidea
- Family
- Scarabaeidae (Scarab Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Dynastinae
- Tribe
- Pentodontini
- Genus
- Ligyrus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
collected in pocket gopher mounds
Geographic Range
se.US (NC‒FL‒LA)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Ligyrus neglectus (LeConte 1847)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Ligyrus neglectus. 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 Ligyrus neglectus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Ligyrus neglectus
What is Ligyrus neglectus?
Ligyrus neglectus is a species in the family Scarabaeidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Ligyrus neglectus?
13.2–16.0 mm
How do you identify Ligyrus neglectus?
Type External protibial surface in frontal view nearly smooth, with only minute, sparse punctures. Pronotum and elytra deeply punctate, punctures large, round • apical half of parameres wide and parallel-sided, ventral tooth wide and apical
Where is Ligyrus neglectus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | collected in pocket gopher mounds |
| Range | se.US (NC‒FL‒LA) |