Calleida decora
This record describes Calleida decora (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Eyes large and prominent - key to separate the similarly colored C. punctata and C. decora
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Harpalinae
- Tribe
- Lebiini
- Genus
- Calleida
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e.US, AZ (VA‒FL to SD‒TX, AZ) to Nicaragua; Bahamas - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Calleida decora (Fabricius 1801)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Calleida decora. 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 Calleida decora (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , Peter Messer
Frequently Asked Questions About Calleida decora
What is Calleida decora?
Calleida decora is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Calleida decora?
7–9 mm
How do you identify Calleida decora?
Eyes large and prominent - key to separate the similarly colored C. punctata and C. decora
Where is Calleida decora found?
Range: e.US, AZ (VA‒FL to SD‒TX, AZ) to Nicaragua; Bahamas - Map