Bembidion clarkii
This record describes Bembidion clarkii (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Additional details | 3.3-3.8mm. Shining black but with a subtle brassy brown reflection. |
| Antennae | Antennae black except for the first segment which is pale. |
| Legs | Legs are pale brown. The pronotum is strongly sinuate then constricted at the hind end. It has two pairs of deep frontal furrows on the head, extending over the frons and the clypeus. Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required and the specimen should be examined with a microscope. In the comments box, state the key or ID method used and describe the size and identifying characters. Most active May to August but can be found all year. Reasonably common in England with few records in Scotland. No additional images available for this species. |
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera
- Family
- Carabidae
- Genus
- Bembidion
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Damp sites near to water.
Seasonal Activity
Most active May to August but can be found all year.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Reasonably common in England with few records in Scotland.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Bembidion clarkii. 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 clarkii (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Bembidion clarkii
What is Bembidion clarkii?
Bembidion clarkii is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Bembidion clarkii found?
Habitat: Damp sites near to water.
When is Bembidion clarkii active?
Bembidion clarkii: seasonal activity - Most active May to August but can be found all year..