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Darkling beetle

Tribolium destructor

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Asia (Japan), Europe (21 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (Animals)
Phylum
Arthropoda (Arthropods)
Class
Insecta (Insects)
Order
Coleoptera (Beetles)
Family
Tenebrionidae
Genus
Tribolium
Species
Tribolium destructor (Darkling beetle)

Similar Species in Tribolium

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Confused flour beetle
Tribolium confusum
Least Concern
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Red flour beetle
Tribolium castaneum
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Darkling beetle?
The scientific name of Darkling beetle is Tribolium destructor. It belongs to the genus Tribolium.
What is the conservation status of Darkling beetle?
Darkling beetle (Tribolium destructor) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Darkling beetle live?
Darkling beetle is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Japan), Europe (21 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany.
What family does Darkling beetle belong to?
Darkling beetle (Tribolium destructor) belongs to the genus Tribolium, which is part of the taxonomic family Tenebrionidae.
Is Darkling beetle endangered?
No, Darkling beetle (Tribolium destructor) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Darkling beetle belong to?
Darkling beetle (Tribolium destructor) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Darkling beetle?
The closest relatives of Darkling beetle in the genus Tribolium include Confused flour beetle, Red flour beetle.

Native Range — 24 Countries

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Genus Tribolium — 3 Species

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Confused flour beetle
Tribolium confusum
LC
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Darkling beetle
Tribolium destructor
LC
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Red flour beetle
Tribolium castaneum
LC
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