Clivina pallida
This record describes Clivina pallida (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Eye reduced, longitudinal length less than 1.5 times that of temple. Elytral striae wide with wavy edges, punctures at most suggested • neotype
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
Under bark of rotting pine logs ( 5 ) (BG data)
Geographic Range
e. US (ME‒n.FL to IL‒e.TX) - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Clivina pallida Say 1823
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Clivina pallida. 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 pallida (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , Thrasher
Frequently Asked Questions About Clivina pallida
What is Clivina pallida?
Clivina pallida is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Clivina pallida?
4.8‒5.2 mm
How do you identify Clivina pallida?
Eye reduced, longitudinal length less than 1.5 times that of temple. Elytral striae wide with wavy edges, punctures at most suggested • neotype
Where is Clivina pallida found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Under bark of rotting pine logs ( 5 ) (BG data) |
| Range | e. US (ME‒n.FL to IL‒e.TX) - Map |