Ceropria induta
This record describes Ceropria induta (species). Recorded family: Tenebrionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
see Steiner & Golia earliest NA record: FL 1998
Identification notes
see Steiner & Golia (2005)
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Tenebrionidae (Darkling Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Diaperinae
- Tribe
- Diaperini
- Genus
- Ceropria
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
adventive to c. & s. FL , native to E.Asia (Japan to Sri Lanka)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Ceropia induta Wiedemann 1819
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Ceropria induta. 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 Ceropria induta (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Ceropria induta
What is Ceropria induta?
Ceropria induta is a species in the family Tenebrionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Ceropria induta?
~9 mm
How do you identify Ceropria induta?
see Steiner & Golia (2005)
Where is Ceropria induta found?
Range: adventive to c. & s. FL , native to E.Asia (Japan to Sri Lanka)