Rhizophagus nitidulus

Range & Status

An uncommon species over much of its wide British range, but most frequent in the north.

Regional Distribution

Camerance Wood, Fal Estuary (1989), Greystone Wood (1992) and Lanhydrock Park (2008).

Habitat & Ecology

Under bark on deadwood and in heartrot. The larvae feed on the larvae of other small beetles, including certain scolytid bark beetles; in damp conditions where there is mould or sap.

Threats

Loss of fresh deadwood through clearance of fallen timber. Conversion of native broadleaved woodland to plantation forestry.

Conservation

Protection of native woodlands from damaging developments, and retention of fallen deadwood. Camerance Wood is owned by The National Trust.