Rotitma sanguinipennis
This record describes Rotitma sanguinipennis (species). Recorded family: Erotylidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
our only sp. with all-pale elytra AND scutellum ( 3 )
Wikipedia reference for Rotitma sanguinipennis: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rotitma_sanguinipennis.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Cucujoidea
- Family
- Erotylidae (Pleasing Fungus Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Erotylinae
- Tribe
- Tritomini
- Genus
- Rotitma
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e.NA (NB‒n.FL to ON‒MN‒TX) - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Polyporus alveolaris
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Rotitma sanguinipennis (Say 1825)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Rotitma sanguinipennis. 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 Rotitma sanguinipennis (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by john and jane balaban; Additional contributions by Bbarnd , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Rotitma sanguinipennis
What is Rotitma sanguinipennis?
Rotitma sanguinipennis is a species in the family Erotylidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Rotitma sanguinipennis?
3.2‒5 mm
How do you identify Rotitma sanguinipennis?
our only sp. with all-pale elytra AND scutellum ( 3 )
Where is Rotitma sanguinipennis found?
Range: e.NA (NB‒n.FL to ON‒MN‒TX) - Map
What does Rotitma sanguinipennis eat?
The diet of the Rotitma sanguinipennis includes Polyporus alveolaris.