Strigister tecolotito
This record describes Strigister tecolotito (species). Recorded family: Histeridae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Histeroidea
- Family
- Histeridae (Clown Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Histerinae
- Tribe
- Exosternini
- Genus
- Strigister
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
owl nests; found in association with small, secondary, obligate cavity nesters, the eastern screech-owl ( Megascops asio ) and the ferruginous pygmy-owl ( Glaucidium brasilianum )
Geographic Range
so. TX (Kenedy & Willacy counties) south of 27°N
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Presumably, dipteran larvae and other associated arthropods
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Strigister tecolotito Caterino, Tishechkin, & Proudfoot 2013
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Strigister tecolotito. 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 Strigister tecolotito (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Strigister tecolotito
How big is Strigister tecolotito?
2.3–2.9 mm
Where is Strigister tecolotito found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | owl nests; found in association with small, secondary, obligate cavity nesters, the eastern screech-owl ( Megascops asio ) and the ferruginous pygmy-owl ( Glaucidium brasilianum ) |
| Range | so. TX (Kenedy & Willacy counties) south of 27°N |
What does Strigister tecolotito eat?
The diet of the Strigister tecolotito includes Presumably, dipteran larvae and other associated arthropods.