Lycoperdina ferruginea
This record describes Lycoperdina ferruginea (species). Recorded family: Endomychidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Det. K. Stephan, 1992 Said to engage in reflex bleeding
Identification notes
Det. K. Stephan, 1992
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Coccinelloidea
- Family
- Endomychidae (Handsome Fungus Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lycoperdininae
- Genus
- Lycoperdina
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
much of NA (NS-BC to GA-NM) - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: host: Morganella pyriforme (occasionally other fungi)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Lycoperdina ferruginea LeConte 1824
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Lycoperdina ferruginea. 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 Lycoperdina ferruginea (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jim McClarin; Additional contributions by Chuck Entz , Mike Quinn , ceiseman , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Lycoperdina ferruginea
What is Lycoperdina ferruginea?
Lycoperdina ferruginea is a species in the family Endomychidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Lycoperdina ferruginea?
4.5-6.0 mm
How do you identify Lycoperdina ferruginea?
Det. K. Stephan, 1992
Where is Lycoperdina ferruginea found?
Range: much of NA (NS-BC to GA-NM) - Map
What does Lycoperdina ferruginea eat?
The diet of the Lycoperdina ferruginea includes host: Morganella pyriforme (occasionally other fungi).