Omorgus suberosus
This record describes Omorgus suberosus (species). Recorded family: Trogidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Omorgus suberosus (Omorgus suberosus) is a species in the family Trogidae, commonly known as hide beetles, belonging to the order Coleoptera (Beetles). It is classified within the suborder Polyphaga, superfamily Scarabaeoidea. This species belongs to the genus Omorgus (Hastate Hide Beetles). As a member of class Insecta, phylum Arthropoda, it is part of the kingdom Animalia. Size: 11.1-14.1 mm. It is found in taken under goat carrion, chicken feathers, cow dung, at malt, and at lights. Active during Mar-Sep in so. CA.
Identification notes
Variation
Wikipedia reference for Omorgus suberosus: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Omorgus_suberosus.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Scarabaeoidea
- Family
- Trogidae (Hide Beetles)
- Genus
- Omorgus (Hastate Hide Beetles)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
taken under goat carrion, chicken feathers, cow dung, at malt, and at lights
Geographic Range
US (widespread) to S. America & W. Indies; adventive elsewhere [ map ] , the broadest range of any New World trogid
Seasonal Activity
Mar-Sep in so. CA ( 4 )
Diet and Behavior
Life History
in ND, adults overwinter and emerge the following spring to feed and mate ( 5 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Omorgus suberosus (Fabricius 1775)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Omorgus suberosus. 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 Omorgus suberosus (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by MJ Paulsen; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Omorgus suberosus
What is Omorgus suberosus?
Omorgus suberosus is a species in the family Trogidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Omorgus suberosus?
11.1-14.1 mm
How do you identify Omorgus suberosus?
Variation
Where is Omorgus suberosus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | taken under goat carrion, chicken feathers, cow dung, at malt, and at lights |
| Range | US (widespread) to S. America & W. Indies; adventive elsewhere [ map ] , the broadest range of any New World trogid |
When is Omorgus suberosus active?
Omorgus suberosus: seasonal activity - Mar-Sep in so. CA ( 4 ).
What is the life cycle of a Omorgus suberosus?
in ND, adults overwinter and emerge the following spring to feed and mate ( 5 )