Amara impuncticollis
This record describes Amara impuncticollis (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
neotype rarely collected in the northeast
Identification notes
neotype
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Harpalinae
- Tribe
- Zabrini
- Genus
- Amara
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
east of the Rocky Mts. so.QC‒so.ON‒WI south to GA‒LA‒TX
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Amara impuncticollis (Say 1823)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Amara impuncticollis. 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 Amara impuncticollis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brad Barnd; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Amara impuncticollis
What is Amara impuncticollis?
Amara impuncticollis is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Amara impuncticollis?
7.2‒8.0 mm
How do you identify Amara impuncticollis?
neotype
Where is Amara impuncticollis found?
Range: east of the Rocky Mts. so.QC‒so.ON‒WI south to GA‒LA‒TX