Badister micans
This record describes Badister micans (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Harpalinae
- Tribe
- Licinini
- Genus
- Badister
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
wet places: borders of marshes, swamps, ponds, usually on wet muddy or clayish soils rich in organic debris
Geographic Range
NS‒GA to MN‒TN ; BC (BG data)
Seasonal Activity
spring breeder
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Badister micans LeConte 1844
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Badister micans. 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 Badister micans (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Peter Messer , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Badister micans
How big is Badister micans?
5.4‒6.2 mm
Where is Badister micans found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | wet places: borders of marshes, swamps, ponds, usually on wet muddy or clayish soils rich in organic debris |
| Range | NS‒GA to MN‒TN ; BC (BG data) |
When is Badister micans active?
Badister micans: seasonal activity - spring breeder.