Margined Carrion Beetle
Oiceoptoma noveboracense
This record describes Oiceoptoma noveboracense (species). Recorded family: Staphylinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Wikipedia reference for Oiceoptoma noveboracense: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oiceoptoma_noveboracense.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Staphylinoidea
- Family
- Staphylinidae (Rove Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Silphinae
- Tribe
- Silphini
- Genus
- Oiceoptoma
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Usually deciduous forests, but sometimes in grasslands.
Geographic Range
e. NA to AB (NS-GA to AB-CO-OK-MS) - Map , scarce along Gulf and s. Atlantic coastal plains
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Adults sometimes consume fly larvae (maggots) on carrion
Life History
Diurnal. Larvae feed on carrion, sometimes decaying fungi, perhaps maggots. One generation per year.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Oiceoptoma noveboracense ( Forster 1771)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Oiceoptoma noveboracense. 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 Margined Carrion Beetle (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Cotinis; Additional contributions by Chuck Entz , Mike Quinn , Vox Sciurorum , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Margined Carrion Beetle
How big is Margined Carrion Beetle?
10.0-13.5 mm
Where is Margined Carrion Beetle found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Usually deciduous forests, but sometimes in grasslands. |
| Range | e. NA to AB (NS-GA to AB-CO-OK-MS) - Map , scarce along Gulf and s. Atlantic coastal plains |
What does Margined Carrion Beetle eat?
The diet of the Margined Carrion Beetle includes Adults sometimes consume fly larvae (maggots) on carrion.
What is the life cycle of a Margined Carrion Beetle?
Diurnal. Larvae feed on carrion, sometimes decaying fungi, perhaps maggots. One generation per year.