Siagonium americanum
This record describes Siagonium americanum (species). Recorded family: Staphylinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Distinguished from the other widespread species, Siagonium punctatum , by having elytra with a single stria near the suture (several in punctatum ), the remaining surface being longitudinally striate. Males have a horn above each antenna while females lack horns.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Staphylinoidea
- Family
- Staphylinidae (Rove Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Piestinae
- Genus
- Siagonium
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Widespread in North America, except far south
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Siagonium americanum (Melsheimer 1844)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Siagonium americanum. 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 Siagonium americanum (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Matt Bertone; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Siagonium americanum
What is Siagonium americanum?
Siagonium americanum is a species in the family Staphylinidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Siagonium americanum?
Distinguished from the other widespread species, Siagonium punctatum , by having elytra with a single stria near the suture (several in punctatum ), the remaining surface being longitudinally striate. Males have a horn above each antenna while females lack horns.
Where is Siagonium americanum found?
Range: Widespread in North America, except far south