Key features for saproxylic beetle diversity derived from rapid habitat assessment in temperate forests.

Highlights: [•] Key saproxylic features derived from rapid habitat assessment to monitor biodiversity. [•] Snags, tree microhabitats and openness are key features for saproxylic beetles. [•] No robust structural biodiversity indicator in deciduous or coniferous temperate forests. [•] Deadwood and microhabitats effects are affected by meso/micro-climatic features. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]