Brachinus imporcitis
This record describes Brachinus imporcitis (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Apex of antennal articles 3 and 4, otherwise ferrugineous. Outer antennal articles usually dark. Dorsal surface and epipleura (edge) of elytra bright blue, with black sutural margins. Type locality: Pinal Creek, Globe, Gila County, Arizona
Wikipedia reference for Brachinus imporcitis: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brachinus_imporcitis.
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
known only from AZ
Diet and Behavior
Life History
doubtful that they can fly
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Brachinus imporcitis Erwin, 1970
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Brachinus imporcitis. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Brachinus imporcitis
What is Brachinus imporcitis?
Brachinus imporcitis is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Brachinus imporcitis?
7.0 to 8.9 mm
How do you identify Brachinus imporcitis?
Apex of antennal articles 3 and 4, otherwise ferrugineous. Outer antennal articles usually dark. Dorsal surface and epipleura (edge) of elytra bright blue, with black sutural margins.
Where is Brachinus imporcitis found?
Range: known only from AZ
What is the life cycle of a Brachinus imporcitis?
doubtful that they can fly