Listrochelus reinhardi
This record describes Listrochelus reinhardi (species). Recorded family: Scarabaeidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Saylor: Apical one-third of margin reflexed; general form in lateral view (fig. 8, a) quite different from that of either pulcher or mucorea Externally rather similar in both sexes to L. mucorea but quite different in the male genital organs; the females are quickly differentiated by pygidial characters. Holotype and allotype are from Hidalgo County, Tex., collected by H. J. Reinhard on April 5, 1930, and are in the United States National Museum (No. 53764). Paratypes: Males, 16; females, 8. Texas: Several, same data as types; Weslaco, March 16 (Clark) [Reinhard]; Alice [Jim Wells Co.], June 12; Mercedes, February (Urbahms) [Reinhard].
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Scarabaeoidea
- Family
- Scarabaeidae (Scarab Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Melolonthinae
- Tribe
- Rhizotrogini
- Genus
- Listrochelus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
s TX - Map (GBIF)
Seasonal Activity
mostly: Mar-May (GBIF)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Listrochelus reinhardi (Saylor, 1940)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Listrochelus reinhardi. 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 Listrochelus reinhardi (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , nebbeetle
Frequently Asked Questions About Listrochelus reinhardi
What is Listrochelus reinhardi?
Listrochelus reinhardi is a species in the family Scarabaeidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Listrochelus reinhardi?
14-16 mm
How do you identify Listrochelus reinhardi?
Saylor: Apical one-third of margin reflexed; general form in lateral view (fig. 8, a) quite different from that of either pulcher or mucorea Externally rather similar in both sexes to L. mucorea but quite different in the male genital organs; the females are quickly differentiated by pygidial characters.
Where is Listrochelus reinhardi found?
Range: s TX - Map (GBIF)
When is Listrochelus reinhardi active?
Listrochelus reinhardi: seasonal activity - mostly: Mar-May (GBIF).