Neobisnius occidentoides
This record describes Neobisnius occidentoides (species). Recorded family: Staphylinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Type Locality: Lake Corpus Christi State Park, San Patricio Co., Texas
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Staphylinoidea
- Family
- Staphylinidae (Rove Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Staphylininae
- Tribe
- Staphylinini
- Genus
- Neobisnius
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
CA-AL-VT-WA / Mex. (infreq. e. of the Allegheny Mtns)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: occidentoides - reference to color ('sunset'), not geography ('western')
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Neobisnius occidentoides. 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 Neobisnius occidentoides (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Bbarnd , Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Neobisnius occidentoides
What is Neobisnius occidentoides?
Neobisnius occidentoides is a species in the family Staphylinidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Neobisnius occidentoides?
4.0-4.2 mm
Where is Neobisnius occidentoides found?
Range: CA-AL-VT-WA / Mex. (infreq. e. of the Allegheny Mtns)