Philonthus concinnus
This record describes Philonthus concinnus (species). Recorded family: Staphylinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Species page earliest record in e.NA: QC 1906
Identification notes
Species page
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Staphylinoidea
- Family
- Staphylinidae (Rove Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Staphylininae
- Tribe
- Staphylinini
- Genus
- Philonthus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
native to the Palaearctic, adventive and widespread in NA
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Philonthus concinnus (Gravenhorst 1802)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Philonthus concinnus. 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 Philonthus concinnus (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Nicolas Bédard; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Philonthus concinnus
What is Philonthus concinnus?
Philonthus concinnus is a species in the family Staphylinidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Philonthus concinnus?
5.5‒7 mm
How do you identify Philonthus concinnus?
Species page
Where is Philonthus concinnus found?
Range: native to the Palaearctic, adventive and widespread in NA