Mioptachys flavicauda
This record describes Mioptachys flavicauda (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
posterior half of elytra, lateral margins of pronotum, legs, antennae, and mouthparts yellowish; remainder of body dark brown
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Trechinae
- Tribe
- Tachyini
- Genus
- Mioptachys
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
under loose bark on large logs, typically conifers
Geographic Range
transcontinental, so.Canada south to FL‒TX‒CA
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Mioptachys flavicauda (Say 1823)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Mioptachys flavicauda. 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 Mioptachys flavicauda (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Robin McLeod , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Mioptachys flavicauda
What is Mioptachys flavicauda?
Mioptachys flavicauda is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Mioptachys flavicauda?
1.5‒2 mm
How do you identify Mioptachys flavicauda?
posterior half of elytra, lateral margins of pronotum, legs, antennae, and mouthparts yellowish; remainder of body dark brown
Where is Mioptachys flavicauda found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | under loose bark on large logs, typically conifers |
| Range | transcontinental, so.Canada south to FL‒TX‒CA |