Badister transversus
This record describes Badister transversus (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Some clues that help distinguish this species include uniformly dark color, iridescent back and a conspicuous notch atop right mandible. our only representative of the transversus group
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
Geographic Range
ne.NA (NB‒NJ to MT‒NE)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Badister transversus Casey 1920
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Badister transversus. 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 transversus (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Badister transversus
What is Badister transversus?
Badister transversus is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Badister transversus?
Some clues that help distinguish this species include uniformly dark color, iridescent back and a conspicuous notch atop right mandible.
Where is Badister transversus found?
Range: ne.NA (NB‒NJ to MT‒NE)