Bembidion impotens
This record describes Bembidion impotens (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Entire dorsum very shiny due to lack of microsculpture
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
Habitat
Hygrophilous, confined to wet low-elevation habitats with running or standing water ( 3 )
Geographic Range
across NA (NB‒BC to FL‒CA, Mexico)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Bembidion impotens Casey 1918
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Bembidion impotens. 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 impotens (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Bbarnd , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Bembidion impotens
What is Bembidion impotens?
Bembidion impotens is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Bembidion impotens?
2.4-3.2 mm
How do you identify Bembidion impotens?
Entire dorsum very shiny due to lack of microsculpture
Where is Bembidion impotens found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Hygrophilous, confined to wet low-elevation habitats with running or standing water ( 3 ) |
| Range | across NA (NB‒BC to FL‒CA, Mexico) |