Ampedus impolitus
This record describes Ampedus impolitus (species). Recorded family: Elateridae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Ampedus impolitus (Ampedus impolitus) is a species in the family Elateridae, commonly known as click beetles, belonging to the order Coleoptera (Beetles). It is classified within the subfamily Elaterinae, tribe Ampedini, suborder Polyphaga, superfamily Elateroidea. This species belongs to the genus Ampedus. As a member of class Insecta, phylum Arthropoda, it is part of the kingdom Animalia. Size: 12.0 mm on average. Active during IV‒VIII.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Elateroidea
- Family
- Elateridae (Click Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Elaterinae
- Tribe
- Ampedini
- Genus
- Ampedus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e.NA (QC‒ON to NC‒TN‒IL)
Seasonal Activity
IV‒VIII ( 3 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Ampedus impolitus (Melsheimer)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Ampedus impolitus. 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 Ampedus impolitus (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Ludovic L.; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Ampedus impolitus
What is Ampedus impolitus?
Ampedus impolitus is a species in the family Elateridae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Ampedus impolitus?
12.0 mm on average
Where is Ampedus impolitus found?
Range: e.NA (QC‒ON to NC‒TN‒IL)
When is Ampedus impolitus active?
Ampedus impolitus: seasonal activity - IV‒VIII ( 3 ).