Microrhagus pectinatus
This record describes Microrhagus pectinatus (species). Recorded family: Eucnemidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Elateroidea
- Family
- Eucnemidae (False Click Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Melasinae
- Tribe
- Dirhagini
- Genus
- Microrhagus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
transcontinental (BC‒NS south to OR TX GA)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: known to develop in deciduous trees, incl. Fagus, Platanus, Ulmus ( 3 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Microrhagus pectinatus LeConte 1866
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Microrhagus pectinatus. 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 Microrhagus pectinatus (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Nicolas Gompel; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Microrhagus pectinatus
How big is Microrhagus pectinatus?
2.5‒4.2 mm
Where is Microrhagus pectinatus found?
Range: transcontinental (BC‒NS south to OR TX GA)
What does Microrhagus pectinatus eat?
The diet of the Microrhagus pectinatus includes known to develop in deciduous trees, incl. Fagus, Platanus, Ulmus ( 3 ).