Valgus seticollis
This record describes Valgus seticollis (species). Recorded family: Scarabaeidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Male ventral vestiture on abdomen uniform and moderately dense Female pygidium lack a spiniform process. Dosal sex differences: in V. seticollis , scales along midline of propygidium are finer and pale; scales do not form a dark central area on pronotum, while in V. canaliculatus , propygidium has dark scalES medially in both sexes NB: scales rub off eaisly Anterior tibia with 5‒6 rounded teeth vs 3‒4 slender teeth in V. canaliculatus
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Scarabaeoidea
- Family
- Scarabaeidae (Scarab Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cetoniinae
- Tribe
- Valgini
- Genus
- Valgus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Adults Mar‒Jul & Oct‒Nov
Geographic Range
e.US (NH‒FL to NE‒TX)
Diet and Behavior
Life History
associated with Reticulitermes (Rhinotermitidae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Valgus seticollis ( Palisot de Beauvois 1805)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Valgus seticollis. 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 Valgus seticollis (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Phillip Harpootlian; Additional contributions by cotinis , Mike Quinn , Boris Bueche , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Valgus seticollis
What is Valgus seticollis?
Valgus seticollis is a species in the family Scarabaeidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Valgus seticollis?
5‒6 mm
How do you identify Valgus seticollis?
Male ventral vestiture on abdomen uniform and moderately dense Female pygidium lack a spiniform process. Dosal sex differences: in V. seticollis , scales along midline of propygidium are finer and pale; scales do not form a dark central area on pronotum, while in V. canaliculatus , propygidium has dark scalES medially in both sexes NB: scales rub off eaisly Anterior tibia with 5‒6 rounded teeth vs 3‒4 slender teeth in V. canaliculatus
Where is Valgus seticollis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Adults Mar‒Jul & Oct‒Nov |
| Range | e.US (NH‒FL to NE‒TX) |
What is the life cycle of a Valgus seticollis?
associated with Reticulitermes (Rhinotermitidae)