Anisodactylus melanopus
This record describes Anisodactylus melanopus (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Anisodactylus melanopus is a species of ground beetle in the family Carabidae. It is found in North America.
Wikipedia reference for Anisodactylus melanopus: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anisodactylus melanopus.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Harpalinae
- Tribe
- Harpalini
- Genus
- Anisodactylus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
wet places: edges of marshes, swamps, ponds, lakes, usually on wet muddy soils rich in organic debris
Geographic Range
e.NA (MA‒se.MN to SC‒MS‒MO; ?NE ?SD ?UT)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Anisodactylus melanopus. 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 Anisodactylus melanopus
What is Anisodactylus melanopus?
Anisodactylus melanopus is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Anisodactylus melanopus?
11‒14 mm
Where is Anisodactylus melanopus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | wet places: edges of marshes, swamps, ponds, lakes, usually on wet muddy soils rich in organic debris |
| Range | e.NA (MA‒se.MN to SC‒MS‒MO; ?NE ?SD ?UT) |