Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Hygrophilous ( 3 )
Geographic Range
e US to AZ (DC–se.IA-KS to FL-TX-se.AZ) / e. Mex. - Map , mostly ec. US
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Aspidoglossa subangulata. 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lesser Tail-light Carabid
What is Lesser Tail-light Carabid?
Lesser Tail-light Carabid (Aspidoglossa subangulata) is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Lesser Tail-light Carabid?
Det. M. Quinn, 2010
Where is Lesser Tail-light Carabid found?
Feature
Details
Habitat
Hygrophilous ( 3 )
Range
e US to AZ (DC–se.IA-KS to FL-TX-se.AZ) / e. Mex. - Map , mostly ec. US
