Bembidion americanum
This record describes Bembidion americanum (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Some helpful clues include: uniform brassy metallic luster that is not very shiny, elytra with striae all well defined and densely punctured, also four noticeably larger dorsal punctures.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Trechinae
- Tribe
- Bembidiini
- Genus
- Bembidion
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. US & adjacent Canada (NB-FL to ON-WI-e.TX)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Bembidion americanum Dejean 1831
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Bembidion americanum. 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 Bembidion americanum (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Bembidion americanum
What is Bembidion americanum?
Bembidion americanum is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Bembidion americanum?
5-6 mm
How do you identify Bembidion americanum?
Some helpful clues include: uniform brassy metallic luster that is not very shiny, elytra with striae all well defined and densely punctured, also four noticeably larger dorsal punctures.
Where is Bembidion americanum found?
Range: e. US & adjacent Canada (NB-FL to ON-WI-e.TX)