Stenus clavicornis
This record describes Stenus clavicornis (species). Recorded family: Staphylinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
A small greyish black rove beetle measuring about 6.5 mm and very similar in appearance to other members of this family. Found in a wide variety of habitats including grass tussocks, moss and flood debris. No additional images available for this species.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Staphylinoidea
- Family
- Staphylinidae (Rove Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Steninae
- Genus
- Stenus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Found in a wide variety of habitats including grass tussocks, moss and flood debris.
Seasonal Activity
All year round.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widespread and frequent in Britain.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Stenus clavicornis. 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 Stenus clavicornis (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Stenus clavicornis
What is Stenus clavicornis?
Stenus clavicornis is a species in the family Staphylinidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Stenus clavicornis found?
Habitat: Found in a wide variety of habitats including grass tussocks, moss and flood debris.
When is Stenus clavicornis active?
Stenus clavicornis: seasonal activity - All year round..