Unknown Beetle / Arthropod (Identification uncertain due to blur)
Scientific Name: Coleoptera (Order)
Order & Family: Order: Coleoptera (Beetles)
Size: Hard to determine without scale, but likely between 5mm and 15mm based on surface texture.
Natural Habitat
Based on the background, this insect appears to be on a man-made surface like concrete or stone, typical of urban or suburban environments, gardens, or near building foundations.
Diet & Feeding
Depending on the specific species, beetles can be herbivores (eating plants), predators (eating other insects), or scavengers (eating decaying matter).
Behavior Patterns
Most beetles are active walkers but can fly. Many are nocturnal or seek shelter in dark crevices during the day.
Risks & Benefits
Most small black beetles are harmless to humans, though some can be pantry pests or garden pests. Predatory beetles are beneficial as they eat other pest insects.
Identified on: 2/12/2026