Calosoma marginale
This record describes Calosoma marginale (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
elytra with a few scattered coarse punctures toward base Det. E. G. Riley, 2009 Type Locality: Arizona?
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Carabinae
- Tribe
- Carabini
- Genus
- Calosoma (Caterpillar Hunter Beetles)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
c. US to AZ (AZ-TX-IA-CO) to Costa Rica - Map , mostly s. Great Plains
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Calosoma marginale Casey 1897
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Calosoma marginale. 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 Calosoma marginale (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Calosoma marginale
What is Calosoma marginale?
Calosoma marginale is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Calosoma marginale?
26 mm (type)
How do you identify Calosoma marginale?
elytra with a few scattered coarse punctures toward base Det. E. G. Riley, 2009
Where is Calosoma marginale found?
Range: c. US to AZ (AZ-TX-IA-CO) to Costa Rica - Map , mostly s. Great Plains