Tachinus subterraneus
This record describes Tachinus subterraneus (species). Recorded family: Staphylinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Elytra with well-defined, large humeral maculae reaching about mid-length, sometimes spreading over most of elytron except suture and apical margin
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Staphylinoidea
- Family
- Staphylinidae (Rove Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Tachyporinae
- Tribe
- Tachinusini
- Genus
- Tachinus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
mainly in forests (Europe)
Geographic Range
native to the Palaearctic; adventive in N America
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Tachinus subterraneus (Linnaeus 1758)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Tachinus subterraneus. 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 Tachinus subterraneus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Boris Büche; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Tachinus subterraneus
What is Tachinus subterraneus?
Tachinus subterraneus is a species in the family Staphylinidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Tachinus subterraneus?
5-6.5 mm
How do you identify Tachinus subterraneus?
Elytra with well-defined, large humeral maculae reaching about mid-length, sometimes spreading over most of elytron except suture and apical margin
Where is Tachinus subterraneus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | mainly in forests (Europe) |
| Range | native to the Palaearctic; adventive in N America |