Stenus egenus
This record describes Stenus egenus (species). Recorded family: Staphylinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Very similar to S. stygicus , differs with male aedeagus and shape of 8th tergite
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
Geographic Range
Transcontinental in Canada (BC‒NB)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Stenus egenus Erichson 1840
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Stenus egenus. 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 egenus (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Nicolas Bédard; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Stenus egenus
What is Stenus egenus?
Stenus egenus is a species in the family Staphylinidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Stenus egenus?
Very similar to S. stygicus , differs with male aedeagus and shape of 8th tergite
Where is Stenus egenus found?
Range: Transcontinental in Canada (BC‒NB)