Ligyrus ruginasus
This record describes Ligyrus ruginasus (species). Recorded family: Scarabaeidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
clypeus triangular, with 1 central tooth; frontal carina straight, entire; pronotum with prominent tubercle and deep, rounded fovea; pronotal punctation deep and large; metatibia with apex strongly narrowed
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
Geographic Range
se.CA‒c.TX‒Mexico
Seasonal Activity
May‒Dec, peak in Aug
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Ligyrus ruginasus LeConte 1856
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Ligyrus ruginasus. 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 ruginasus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Phillip Harpootlian; Additional contributions by Bbarnd , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Ligyrus ruginasus
What is Ligyrus ruginasus?
Ligyrus ruginasus is a species in the family Scarabaeidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Ligyrus ruginasus?
Length 14.2–18.7 mm
How do you identify Ligyrus ruginasus?
clypeus triangular, with 1 central tooth; frontal carina straight, entire; pronotum with prominent tubercle and deep, rounded fovea; pronotal punctation deep and large; metatibia with apex strongly narrowed
Where is Ligyrus ruginasus found?
Range: se.CA‒c.TX‒Mexico
When is Ligyrus ruginasus active?
Ligyrus ruginasus: seasonal activity - May‒Dec, peak in Aug.