Agonum thoreyi
This record describes Agonum thoreyi (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
6 to 8 mm long. A. thoreyi occurs in two colour forms: one with the upper surface black or dark brown (sometimes with the elytra a little lighter), and the other has a pale yellow to brown elytra which is darker along the suture. Agonum thoreyi should have all of the following characteristics: A wetland species often found around water margins often amongst leaf litter or vegetation. All year round, especially in spring and summer. Fairly frequent in England and Wales but more local in Scotland. No additional images available for this species.
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
A wetland species often found around water margins often amongst leaf litter or vegetation.
Seasonal Activity
All year round, especially in spring and summer.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Fairly frequent in England and Wales but more local in Scotland.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Agonum thoreyi. 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 thoreyi (4)
Frequently Asked Questions About Agonum thoreyi
What is Agonum thoreyi?
Agonum thoreyi is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Agonum thoreyi found?
Habitat: A wetland species often found around water margins often amongst leaf litter or vegetation.
When is Agonum thoreyi active?
Agonum thoreyi: seasonal activity - All year round, especially in spring and summer..