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Golden spider beetle

Niptus hololeucus

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate coniferous forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (Mongolia), Europe (12 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).

🇦🇹 Austria 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇦 Canada 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇪🇪 Estonia 🇫🇷 France 🇱🇻 Latvia 🇲🇳 Mongolia 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇱 Poland 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇨🇭 Switzerland 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Species

Niptus hololeucus (Golden spider beetle)

Names in Other Languages

German Messingkäfer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Golden spider beetle?

The scientific name of Golden spider beetle is Niptus hololeucus. It belongs to the genus Niptus.

What is the conservation status of Golden spider beetle?

Golden spider beetle (Niptus hololeucus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Golden spider beetle live?

Golden spider beetle is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Mongolia), Europe (12 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Estonia, France, Latvia, Mongolia, Netherlands, Norway.

What family does Golden spider beetle belong to?

Golden spider beetle (Niptus hololeucus) belongs to the genus Niptus, which is part of the taxonomic family Ptinidae.

Is Golden spider beetle endangered?

No, Golden spider beetle (Niptus hololeucus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Golden spider beetle belong to?

Golden spider beetle (Niptus hololeucus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).