Chlaenius cordicollis
This record describes Chlaenius cordicollis (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Third antennal segment distinctly longer than fourth; abdominal sclerties more or less glabrous at middle, densely punctate laterally; elytral margin curved evenly onto basal margin (no angle); pronotal disk with impunctate areas; elytra opaque, not shining; proepisternum black, not metallic.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Harpalinae
- Tribe
- Chlaeniini
- Genus
- Chlaenius (Vivid Metallic Ground Beetles)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. NA (NB-MB to NC-MS-AR)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Chlaenius cordicollis Kirby 1837
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Chlaenius cordicollis. 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 Chlaenius cordicollis (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brad Barnd; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Chlaenius cordicollis
What is Chlaenius cordicollis?
Chlaenius cordicollis is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Chlaenius cordicollis?
Third antennal segment distinctly longer than fourth; abdominal sclerties more or less glabrous at middle, densely punctate laterally; elytral margin curved evenly onto basal margin (no angle); pronotal disk with impunctate areas; elytra opaque, not shining; proepisternum black, not metallic.
Where is Chlaenius cordicollis found?
Range: e. NA (NB-MB to NC-MS-AR)