Calodromius spilotus
This record describes Calodromius spilotus (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Calodromius spilotus is a small species, measuring around 3.5 to 4.5 mm long. It has a rather flat body shape and black head , the pronotum is reddish-brown, the elytra dark brown with two pale markings on each. Please provide a photograph and an indication of size. It is exclusively arboreal and maybe found on the trunks of many tree species at night. Adults occur throughout the year, peaking in abundance during the summer, they are nocturnal and active year-round in all but the very coldest spells. It is generally common throughout England and Wales, rather more local and scattered further north to the Scottish Highlands. No additional images available for this species.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera
- Family
- Carabidae
- Genus
- Calodromius
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
It is exclusively arboreal and maybe found on the trunks of many tree species at night.
Seasonal Activity
Adults occur throughout the year, peaking in abundance during the summer, they are nocturnal and active year-round in all but the very coldest spells.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Mating begins in late autumn.
Additional species information
Recorded status
It is generally common throughout England and Wales, rather more local and scattered further north to the Scottish Highlands.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Calodromius spilotus. 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 Calodromius spilotus (4)
Frequently Asked Questions About Calodromius spilotus
What is Calodromius spilotus?
Calodromius spilotus is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Calodromius spilotus found?
Habitat: It is exclusively arboreal and maybe found on the trunks of many tree species at night.
When is Calodromius spilotus active?
Calodromius spilotus: seasonal activity - Adults occur throughout the year, peaking in abundance during the summer, they are nocturnal and active year-round in all but the very coldest spells..
What is the life cycle of a Calodromius spilotus?
Mating begins in late autumn.