Apenes lucidula
This record describes Apenes lucidula (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
among the two eastern spp., can be distinguished by densely rugose head (sparsely punctate in A. sinuatus ) comes to lights
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Harpalinae
- Tribe
- Lebiini
- Genus
- Apenes
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e.US (MA‒FL to MN‒TX), AZ, Mexico
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Apenes lucidula (Dejean 1831)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Apenes lucidula. 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 Apenes lucidula (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brad Barnd; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , Peter Messer , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Apenes lucidula
What is Apenes lucidula?
Apenes lucidula is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Apenes lucidula?
10‒11 mm
How do you identify Apenes lucidula?
among the two eastern spp., can be distinguished by densely rugose head (sparsely punctate in A. sinuatus )
Where is Apenes lucidula found?
Range: e.US (MA‒FL to MN‒TX), AZ, Mexico