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Redlegged ham beetle

Necrobia rufipes

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (18 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Animalia (Tier)

Arthropoda (Gliederfüßer)

Insecta (Insekten)

Coleoptera (Käfer)

Species

Necrobia rufipes (Redlegged ham beetle)

Similar Species in Necrobia

Violet checkered beetle

Necrobia violacea

Redshouldered ham beetle

Necrobia ruficollis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Redlegged ham beetle?

The scientific name of Redlegged ham beetle is Necrobia rufipes. It belongs to the genus Necrobia.

What is the conservation status of Redlegged ham beetle?

Redlegged ham beetle (Necrobia rufipes) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Redlegged ham beetle live?

Redlegged ham beetle is found in Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (18 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany.

What family does Redlegged ham beetle belong to?

Redlegged ham beetle (Necrobia rufipes) belongs to the genus Necrobia, which is part of the taxonomic family Cleridae.

Is Redlegged ham beetle endangered?

No, Redlegged ham beetle (Necrobia rufipes) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Redlegged ham beetle belong to?

Redlegged ham beetle (Necrobia rufipes) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Redlegged ham beetle?

The closest relatives of Redlegged ham beetle in the genus Necrobia include Violet checkered beetle, Redshouldered ham beetle.

Native Range — 24 Countries

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Genus Necrobia — 3 Species

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Violet checkered beetle

Necrobia violacea

Redshouldered ham beetle

Necrobia ruficollis

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Redlegged ham beetle

Necrobia rufipes

LC

Data verified März 2026

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