Talanus langurinus
This record describes Talanus langurinus (species). Recorded family: Tenebrionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Talanus langurinus (Talanus langurinus) is a species in the family Tenebrionidae, commonly known as darkling beetles, belonging to the order Coleoptera (Beetles). It is classified within the subfamily Stenochiinae, tribe Talanini, suborder Polyphaga, superfamily Tenebrionoidea. This species belongs to the genus Talanus. As a member of class Insecta, phylum Arthropoda, it is part of the kingdom Animalia. Size: ~4.0 mm. It is found in collected by beating tangles of vines.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Tenebrionidae (Darkling Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Stenochiinae
- Tribe
- Talanini
- Genus
- Talanus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
collected by beating tangles of vines ( 5 )
Geographic Range
so.TX & so.FL
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Talanus langurinus (LeConte 1878)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Talanus langurinus. 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 Talanus langurinus (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Talanus langurinus
What is Talanus langurinus?
Talanus langurinus is a species in the family Tenebrionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Talanus langurinus?
~4.0 mm
Where is Talanus langurinus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | collected by beating tangles of vines ( 5 ) |
| Range | so.TX & so.FL |