Bradycellus lugubris
This record describes Bradycellus lugubris (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Some clues that help distinguish it from others in genus:
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Harpalinae
- Tribe
- Harpalini
- Genus
- Bradycellus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Wet places (swampy areas, ditches, etc.)
Geographic Range
Newfoundland west to Alberta, south to Minnesota, Tennessee, and North Carolina. Records:
Seasonal Activity
Breeds in the spring.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Bradycellus lugubris. 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 Bradycellus lugubris (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Bbarnd
Frequently Asked Questions About Bradycellus lugubris
What is Bradycellus lugubris?
Bradycellus lugubris is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Bradycellus lugubris?
5.2 to 6.1 mm
How do you identify Bradycellus lugubris?
Some clues that help distinguish it from others in genus:
Where is Bradycellus lugubris found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Wet places (swampy areas, ditches, etc.) |
| Range | Newfoundland west to Alberta, south to Minnesota, Tennessee, and North Carolina. Records: |
When is Bradycellus lugubris active?
Bradycellus lugubris: seasonal activity - Breeds in the spring..