Root-eating beetle

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Asia (Japan, Taiwan), 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

Monotoma

Species

Monotoma picipes (Root-eating beetle)

Names in Other Languages

German Gemeiner Detrituskäfer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Root-eating beetle?

The scientific name of Root-eating beetle is Monotoma picipes. It belongs to the genus Monotoma.

What is the conservation status of Root-eating beetle?

Root-eating beetle (Monotoma picipes) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Root-eating beetle live?

Root-eating beetle is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Japan, Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Canada, Denmark, Japan, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Root-eating beetle belong to?

Root-eating beetle (Monotoma picipes) belongs to the genus Monotoma, which is part of the taxonomic family Monotomidae.

Is Root-eating beetle endangered?

No, Root-eating beetle (Monotoma picipes) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Root-eating beetle belong to?

Root-eating beetle (Monotoma picipes) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).