Amerizus wingatei
This record describes Amerizus wingatei (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
body depigmented (reddish-brown), eyes reduced, mandibles straight and elongated
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Trechinae
- Tribe
- Bembidiini
- Genus
- Amerizus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
thick forest litter, under stones/logs, or inside caves
Geographic Range
e. NA (NF-MN to NC-TN along the Appalachian Mts)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Amerizus wingatei (Bland 1864)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Amerizus wingatei. 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 Amerizus wingatei (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Amerizus wingatei
What is Amerizus wingatei?
Amerizus wingatei is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Amerizus wingatei?
body depigmented (reddish-brown), eyes reduced, mandibles straight and elongated
Where is Amerizus wingatei found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | thick forest litter, under stones/logs, or inside caves |
| Range | e. NA (NF-MN to NC-TN along the Appalachian Mts) |