Phloeocharis subtilissima 0
Phloeocharis subtilissima
This record describes Phloeocharis subtilissima (species). Recorded family: Staphylinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
see ; habitus: Fig.12 [p.243] dorsal habitus earliest NA record: NS 2001
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Staphylinoidea
- Family
- Staphylinidae (Rove Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Phloeocharinae
- Genus
- Phloeocharis
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
in forest litter and under bark ( 3 )
Geographic Range
European species, adventive in our area (NS)
Seasonal Activity
year round
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Phloeocharis subtilissima Mannerheim 1830
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Phloeocharis subtilissima. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Phloeocharis subtilissima 0
What is Phloeocharis subtilissima 0?
Phloeocharis subtilissima 0 (Phloeocharis subtilissima) is a species in the family Staphylinidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Phloeocharis subtilissima 0?
1.5‒2.0 mm
How do you identify Phloeocharis subtilissima 0?
see ; habitus: Fig.12 [p.243] dorsal habitus
Where is Phloeocharis subtilissima 0 found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | in forest litter and under bark ( 3 ) |
| Range | European species, adventive in our area (NS) |
When is Phloeocharis subtilissima 0 active?
Phloeocharis subtilissima 0: seasonal activity - year round.