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Staph beetle

Ontholestes murinus

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

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

🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇦 Canada 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Animalia (प्राणी)

Arthropoda (सन्धिपाद)

Insecta (कीट)

Coleoptera (वर्मपंखी गण)

Species

Ontholestes murinus (Staph beetle)

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प्राणी

सन्धिपाद

वर्मपंखी गण

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Staph beetle?

The scientific name of Staph beetle is Ontholestes murinus. It belongs to the genus Ontholestes.

What is the conservation status of Staph beetle?

Staph beetle (Ontholestes murinus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Staph beetle live?

Staph beetle is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Kyrgyzstan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Kyrgyzstan, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Staph beetle belong to?

Staph beetle (Ontholestes murinus) belongs to the genus Ontholestes, which is part of the taxonomic family Staphylinidae.

Is Staph beetle endangered?

No, Staph beetle (Ontholestes murinus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Staph beetle belong to?

Staph beetle (Ontholestes murinus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).

Native Range — 7 Countries

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Genus Ontholestes — 1 Species

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Staph beetle

Ontholestes murinus

LC

Data verified मार्च 2026

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