Tachinus corticinus
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Tachinus corticinus
Tachinus corticinus
The Tachinus corticinus is a small beetle that loves to hide under tree bark. It has a shiny body and is often found in forests or gardens, helping to break down decaying wood.
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The Tachinus corticinus is a small, slender rove beetle, typically dark brown to black with reddish-brown legs and antennae. Its most distinguishing feature is its very short wing covers (elytra) that leave most of its segmented abdomen exposed, giving it an elongated, tapered appearance.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderColeopteraFamilyStaphylinidaeGenusTachinus
Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Baby Tachinus corticinus look like tiny worms but are speedy predators, just like their parents!
Even with short wing covers, this beetle is a powerful flyer, soaring through the forest!
If disturbed, it can raise its tail like a scorpion, which might scare away predators!
These beetles are like little clean-up crews, helping to break down dead things in nature.
Special abilities
Ability
Speedy Scuttler
Tachinus corticinus can dart away quickly because of its agile body and long legs, helping them escape predators in a flash.
Ability
Hidden Wings
Tachinus corticinus has special folded wings tucked under its short wing covers that help them take flight instantly.
Ability
Nature's Recycler
Tachinus corticinus has a diet including decaying matter, helping them break down organic material and clean the forest.
Measurements & details
- Wingspan
- 8-14 mm
- Size
- 4-7 mm
- Lifespan
- 30-90 days
- Flight Speed
- 7 km/h
- Leg Count
- 6
Diet & Feeding
This beetle is an omnivore, munching on decaying plants and tiny insects found in forest debris.
Primary Foods
- decaying plant matter
- fungi
- small insect larvae
- mites
- springtails
- nematodes
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eats
springtail
Folsomia candida
Hunts these tiny arthropods in leaf litter.
eaten by
common shrew
Sorex araneus
Can be prey for shrews foraging on the forest floor.
eaten by
ground beetle
Carabus nemoralis
Larger predatory ground beetles may hunt them.
Traits
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Decomposer
Describes organisms that break down dead organic material, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Keystone Species
Describes a species whose presence and role have a disproportionately large effect on its environment.
Miniature
Pertaining to species that are significantly smaller than typical or average for their kind.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
Also known as
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
These beetles are harmless, but it's best to look at them without touching.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tachinus corticinus's wingspan?
8-14 mm
How big is Tachinus corticinus?
4-7 mm
How long does Tachinus corticinus live?
30-90 days
How fast can Tachinus corticinus fly?
7 km/h
What does Tachinus corticinus eat?
This beetle is an omnivore, munching on decaying plants and tiny insects found in forest debris.
Where is Tachinus corticinus usually found?
Forests
How does Tachinus corticinus hunt?
Foraging
How many legs does Tachinus corticinus have?
6
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