Agonum extensicolle
This record describes Agonum extensicolle (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
bright green/bluish iridescence distinctive , also pale legs and ant.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Harpalinae
- Tribe
- Platynini
- Genus
- Agonum
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
hygrophilous; prefers margins of standing or running water with firm gravel and sand substrate and sparse or absent vegetation ( 5 )
Geographic Range
e.NA to AZ-AB (NS-AB to FL-AZ) / Mex. - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: extensicolle 'extended neck' (prothorax)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Agonum extensicolle. 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 Agonum extensicolle (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Tony DiTerlizzi; Additional contributions by Bbarnd , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Agonum extensicolle
What is Agonum extensicolle?
Agonum extensicolle is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Agonum extensicolle?
7-10 mm
How do you identify Agonum extensicolle?
bright green/bluish iridescence distinctive , also pale legs and ant.
Where is Agonum extensicolle found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | hygrophilous; prefers margins of standing or running water with firm gravel and sand substrate and sparse or absent vegetation ( 5 ) |
| Range | e.NA to AZ-AB (NS-AB to FL-AZ) / Mex. - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) |