Anillinus steevesi
This record describes Anillinus steevesi (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Adults are variable in external characters; male genitalia are distinctive Barr's holotype was never deposited at CMNH in his lifetime, and has not been found in his materials acquired after his death; he might not have ever designated one (C. Harden, personal observations).
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Trechinae
- Tribe
- Anillini
- Genus
- Anillinus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AL, GA, MS, NC, TN
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Anillinus steevesi Barr, 1995
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Anillinus steevesi. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Anillinus steevesi
What is Anillinus steevesi?
Anillinus steevesi is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Anillinus steevesi?
Adults are variable in external characters; male genitalia are distinctive
Where is Anillinus steevesi found?
Range: AL, GA, MS, NC, TN