Tachinus laticollis
This record describes Tachinus laticollis (species). Recorded family: Staphylinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
A small, almost black rove beetle with short wing cases exposing much of the abdomen. Found in various habitats, but especially associated with woodland. May be encountered in most months of the year but most frequent between April and August. Widespread and fairly frequent in Britain. No additional images available for this species.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera
- Family
- Staphylinidae
- Genus
- Tachinus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Found in various habitats, but especially associated with woodland.
Seasonal Activity
May be encountered in most months of the year but most frequent between April and August.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widespread and fairly frequent in Britain.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Tachinus laticollis. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tachinus laticollis
What is Tachinus laticollis?
Tachinus laticollis is a species in the family Staphylinidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Tachinus laticollis found?
Habitat: Found in various habitats, but especially associated with woodland.
When is Tachinus laticollis active?
Tachinus laticollis: seasonal activity - May be encountered in most months of the year but most frequent between April and August..