Graveyard beetle

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Found across Europe (4 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

Monotomidae

Genus

Rhizophagus

Species

Rhizophagus parallelocollis (Graveyard beetle)

Similar Species in Rhizophagus

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Predatory beetle

Rhizophagus grandis

Vulnerable

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root-eating beetle

Rhizophagus bipustulatus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Graveyard beetle?

The scientific name of Graveyard beetle is Rhizophagus parallelocollis. It belongs to the genus Rhizophagus.

What is the conservation status of Graveyard beetle?

Graveyard beetle (Rhizophagus parallelocollis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Graveyard beetle live?

Graveyard beetle is found in Found across Europe (4 countries) and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Canada, Denmark, Ireland, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Graveyard beetle belong to?

Graveyard beetle (Rhizophagus parallelocollis) belongs to the genus Rhizophagus, which is part of the taxonomic family Monotomidae.

Is Graveyard beetle endangered?

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

What kingdom does Graveyard beetle belong to?

Graveyard beetle (Rhizophagus parallelocollis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Graveyard beetle?

The closest relatives of Graveyard beetle in the genus Rhizophagus include Predatory beetle, root-eating beetle.