Strawberry Seed Beetle
Harpalus rufipes
This record describes Harpalus rufipes (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
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Terms from the source record, grouped for readability. Broad terms such as size or location are not measurements or a confirmed range.
Wikipedia reference for Harpalus rufipes: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpalus_rufipes.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Harpalinae
- Tribe
- Harpalini
- Genus
- Harpalus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Very often found under stones and logs in open, dry situations, especially arable fields.
Seasonal Activity
All year round.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Several may be found together.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Common and widespread in Britain.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Harpalus rufipes. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Coleoptera is the largest order of insects with over 400,000 described species, representing ~25% of all known animal species and ~40% of all insects. In the U.S. alone, nearly 30,000 beetle species have been identified.
Ecological role of the group
Beetles are prominent decomposers, especially in forests, breaking down dead wood and recycling nutrients. As predators, they reduce populations of pest insects. Many species are also important pollinators of flowering plants.
Economic and practical significance of the group
Beetles have major economic significance: leaf beetles (Chrysomelidae) and weevils (Curculionoidea) are among the most destructive agricultural pests globally, costing billions annually, while predatory species like ladybugs provide natural pest control.
Recorded sources for this group: Britannica, Smithsonian, NCSU Entomology. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Strawberry Seed Beetle (5)
Frequently Asked Questions About Strawberry Seed Beetle
How big is Strawberry Seed Beetle?
14mm to 16mm (0.55" to 0.62")
Where is Strawberry Seed Beetle found?
Habitat: Very often found under stones and logs in open, dry situations, especially arable fields.
When is Strawberry Seed Beetle active?
Strawberry Seed Beetle: seasonal activity - All year round..
What is the life cycle of a Strawberry Seed Beetle?
Several may be found together.