Clivina vespertina
This record describes Clivina vespertina (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Clivina vespertina differs from C. dentipes by possessing an obtuse rather than an acute profemoral tooth; smaller size (hindbody under 4.0 mm in length); and distinct isodiametric microsculpture at the apex of each elytron (absent in C. dentipes ).
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
Geographic Range
Native to South America, adventive in our area (reported from AL‒LA)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Clivina vespertina Putzeys 1867
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Clivina vespertina. 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 vespertina (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Curt H.; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Clivina vespertina
What is Clivina vespertina?
Clivina vespertina is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Clivina vespertina?
Clivina vespertina differs from C. dentipes by possessing an obtuse rather than an acute profemoral tooth; smaller size (hindbody under 4.0 mm in length); and distinct isodiametric microsculpture at the apex of each elytron (absent in C. dentipes ).
Where is Clivina vespertina found?
Range: Native to South America, adventive in our area (reported from AL‒LA)