Statira gagatina
This record describes Statira gagatina (species). Recorded family: Tenebrionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Tenebrionidae (Darkling Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lagriinae
- Tribe
- Lagriini
- Genus
- Statira
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e.NA (QC‒GA to WI‒KS) - Map
Seasonal Activity
Mar‒Sep in SC
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Statira gagatina Melsheimer 1845
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Statira gagatina. 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 Statira gagatina (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jeff Gruber; Additional contributions by cotinis , Bbarnd , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Statira gagatina
How big is Statira gagatina?
6.5‒9.5 mm
Where is Statira gagatina found?
Range: e.NA (QC‒GA to WI‒KS) - Map
When is Statira gagatina active?
Statira gagatina: seasonal activity - Mar‒Sep in SC.