Oscarinus matiganae
This record describes Oscarinus matiganae (species). Recorded family: Scarabaeidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
yellowish red color and uniformly moderately punctate pronotal disc characterize this sp.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Scarabaeoidea
- Family
- Scarabaeidae (Scarab Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Aphodiinae
- Tribe
- Aphodiini
- Genus
- Oscarinus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
in NE, mostly collected flying over shortgrass prairie at dusk ; may be abundant at lights in Brazos Co., TX [=v=]
Geographic Range
NE‒TX
Seasonal Activity
Aug‒Nov ; at lights from late Sep thru Feb (1 ex. in Jun) in Brazos Co., TX, peaking in Oct‒Nov [=v=]
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Oscarinus matiganae. 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 Oscarinus matiganae (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by Phillip Harpootlian , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Oscarinus matiganae
What is Oscarinus matiganae?
Oscarinus matiganae is a species in the family Scarabaeidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Oscarinus matiganae?
3.7‒5.2 mm
How do you identify Oscarinus matiganae?
yellowish red color and uniformly moderately punctate pronotal disc characterize this sp.
Where is Oscarinus matiganae found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | in NE, mostly collected flying over shortgrass prairie at dusk ; may be abundant at lights in Brazos Co., TX [=v=] |
| Range | NE‒TX |
When is Oscarinus matiganae active?
Oscarinus matiganae: seasonal activity - Aug‒Nov ; at lights from late Sep thru Feb (1 ex. in Jun) in Brazos Co., TX, peaking in Oct‒Nov [=v=].