Brachinus cyanochroaticus
This record describes Brachinus cyanochroaticus (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Differs from the nearest species by the combination of antennomere 3 pale in proximal half, legs entirely pale, and with protibia finely strigose (parrallel lines).
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Brachininae
- Genus
- Brachinus (Bombardier Beetles)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Eastern US.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Brachinus cyanochroaticus. 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 Brachinus cyanochroaticus (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray
Frequently Asked Questions About Brachinus cyanochroaticus
What is Brachinus cyanochroaticus?
Brachinus cyanochroaticus is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Brachinus cyanochroaticus?
Differs from the nearest species by the combination of antennomere 3 pale in proximal half, legs entirely pale, and with protibia finely strigose (parrallel lines).
Where is Brachinus cyanochroaticus found?
Range: Eastern US.