Myllaena audax
This record describes Myllaena audax (species). Recorded family: Staphylinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Very similar to M. insomnis Casey, genitalia must be examined to separate the species where their ranges overlap.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Staphylinoidea
- Family
- Staphylinidae (Rove Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Aleocharinae
- Tribe
- Myllaenini
- Genus
- Myllaena
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
CANADA: BC, LB, NB, NF, NT, ON, QC. USA: AK, CA, GA, IL, LA, MA, NH, NJ, NY, OR, RI, UT, WA
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Myllaena audax Casey 1911
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Myllaena audax. 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 Myllaena audax (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Bbarnd , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Myllaena audax
What is Myllaena audax?
Myllaena audax is a species in the family Staphylinidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Myllaena audax?
Very similar to M. insomnis Casey, genitalia must be examined to separate the species where their ranges overlap.
Where is Myllaena audax found?
Range: CANADA: BC, LB, NB, NF, NT, ON, QC. USA: AK, CA, GA, IL, LA, MA, NH, NJ, NY, OR, RI, UT, WA