Flat Brown Scavenger Beetle
Necrophilus hydrophiloides
This record describes Necrophilus hydrophiloides (species). Recorded family: Agyrtidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Identification notes
winged species
Wikipedia reference for Necrophilus hydrophiloides: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Necrophilus_hydrophiloides.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Staphylinoidea
- Family
- Agyrtidae (Primitive Carrion Beetles)
- Genus
- Necrophilus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
wet coastal forests
Geographic Range
West Coast (AK-CA)
Seasonal Activity
Nov-May in CA
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Larva
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Necrophilus hydrophiloides Guérin-Méneville 1835
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Necrophilus hydrophiloides. 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 Flat Brown Scavenger Beetle (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Phillip Harpootlian; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Flat Brown Scavenger Beetle
How big is Flat Brown Scavenger Beetle?
5-13 mm
How do you identify Flat Brown Scavenger Beetle?
winged species
Where is Flat Brown Scavenger Beetle found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | wet coastal forests |
| Range | West Coast (AK-CA) |
When is Flat Brown Scavenger Beetle active?
Flat Brown Scavenger Beetle: seasonal activity - Nov-May in CA.
What is the life cycle of a Flat Brown Scavenger Beetle?
Larva