Nemadus brachyderus
This record describes Nemadus brachyderus (species). Recorded family: Leiodidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
body shape distinctive our only representative of the subgenus Laferius Perkovsky that contains one more species from se. Siberia
Identification notes
body shape distinctive
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Staphylinoidea
- Family
- Leiodidae (Round Fungus Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cholevinae
- Tribe
- Anemadini
- Genus
- Nemadus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Camponotus nests
Geographic Range
ne.NA (NS‒NY to MB‒SD)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Nemadus brachyderus (LeConte 1863)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Nemadus brachyderus. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nemadus brachyderus
What is Nemadus brachyderus?
Nemadus brachyderus is a species in the family Leiodidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Nemadus brachyderus?
2.6‒2.8 mm
How do you identify Nemadus brachyderus?
body shape distinctive
Where is Nemadus brachyderus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Camponotus nests |
| Range | ne.NA (NS‒NY to MB‒SD) |