Olibrus aeneus
This record describes Olibrus aeneus (species). Recorded family: Phalacridae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Identification notes
is very difficult and dissection may be necessary.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera
- Family
- Phalacridae
- Genus
- Olibrus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Associated with Scentless Mayweed, Ox-eye Daisy and other Compositae flowers.
Seasonal Activity
Summer and autumn.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widespread in England and Wales.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Olibrus aeneus. 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 Olibrus aeneus (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Olibrus aeneus
How do you identify Olibrus aeneus?
is very difficult and dissection may be necessary.
Where is Olibrus aeneus found?
Habitat: Associated with Scentless Mayweed, Ox-eye Daisy and other Compositae flowers.
When is Olibrus aeneus active?
Olibrus aeneus: seasonal activity - Summer and autumn..