Clivina fossor
This record describes Clivina fossor (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Size 6 to 7 mm. This beetle is all dark brown with studded rows or lines running the length of its elytra. It has adaptations for a life underground. The tarsal segments on the front pair of legs are broadened for digging. This enables exploitation other food sources. Diverse habitats, particularly pasture, arable land and gardens. No additional images available for this species.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Scaritinae
- Tribe
- Clivinini
- Genus
- Clivina
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Diverse habitats, particularly pasture, arable land and gardens.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widespread and very common in Britain.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Clivina fossor. 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 Clivina fossor (5)
Frequently Asked Questions About Clivina fossor
What is Clivina fossor?
Clivina fossor is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Clivina fossor?
6 to 7 mm. This beetle is all dark brown with studded rows or lines running the length of its elytra. It has adaptations for a life underground. The tarsal segments on the front pair of legs are broadened for digging. This enables exploitation other food sources.
Where is Clivina fossor found?
Habitat: Diverse habitats, particularly pasture, arable land and gardens.