Xantholinus longiventris
This record describes Xantholinus longiventris (species). Recorded family: Staphylinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
A long, dark, slim bodied rove beetle. The head and thorax are quite elongated. The species Xantholinus longiventris and Xantholinus linearis can only be separated by microscopic examination. Various habitats but favours damper areas. All year but peaking in spring and summer. Fairly frequent and widespread in England and Wales.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Staphylinoidea
- Family
- Staphylinidae (Rove Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Xantholininae
- Tribe
- Xantholinini
- Genus
- Xantholinus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Various habitats but favours damper areas.
Seasonal Activity
All year but peaking in spring and summer.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Fairly frequent and widespread in England and Wales.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Xantholinus longiventris. 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 Xantholinus longiventris (10)
Frequently Asked Questions About Xantholinus longiventris
What is Xantholinus longiventris?
Xantholinus longiventris is a species in the family Staphylinidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Xantholinus longiventris found?
Habitat: Various habitats but favours damper areas.
When is Xantholinus longiventris active?
Xantholinus longiventris: seasonal activity - All year but peaking in spring and summer..