Badister notatus
This record describes Badister notatus (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
open places: gravel pits, gardens, roadsides, forest edges/clearings, fields, often on dry gravelly soils
Geographic Range
e NA (NB-SD to GA-TX)
Seasonal Activity
spring breeder
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Badister notatus Haldemann 1843
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Badister notatus. 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 notatus (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Bbarnd , Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Badister notatus
How big is Badister notatus?
3.8-4.7 mm
Where is Badister notatus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | open places: gravel pits, gardens, roadsides, forest edges/clearings, fields, often on dry gravelly soils |
| Range | e NA (NB-SD to GA-TX) |
When is Badister notatus active?
Badister notatus: seasonal activity - spring breeder.