Megalopinus lingafelteri
This record describes Megalopinus lingafelteri (species). Recorded family: Staphylinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Eyes small, head not wider than pronotum
Identification notes
Eyes small, head not wider than pronotum
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Staphylinoidea
- Family
- Staphylinidae (Rove Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Megalopsidiinae
- Genus
- Megalopinus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Oak savanna
Geographic Range
se.AZ: Chiricahua & Huachuca Mts.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Megalopinus lingafelteri Mainda 2023
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Megalopinus lingafelteri. 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 Megalopinus lingafelteri (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Boris Büche; Additional contributions by v belov , egordon88
Frequently Asked Questions About Megalopinus lingafelteri
What is Megalopinus lingafelteri?
Megalopinus lingafelteri is a species in the family Staphylinidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Megalopinus lingafelteri?
2.5 mm
How do you identify Megalopinus lingafelteri?
Eyes small, head not wider than pronotum
Where is Megalopinus lingafelteri found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Oak savanna |
| Range | se.AZ: Chiricahua & Huachuca Mts. |