Gleaming Lady Beetle
Coccinella fulgida
This record describes Coccinella fulgida (species). Recorded family: Coccinellidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Gordon's figures Type locality: Cape Henrietta Maria, north central Ontario
Identification notes
Gordon's figures
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Coccinelloidea
- Family
- Coccinellidae (Lady Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Coccinellinae
- Genus
- Coccinella
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Apparently occurring in tundra and boreal taiga. Collections rare.
Geographic Range
Northern Canada, Alaska - Map
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Coccinella fulgida. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gleaming Lady Beetle
What is Gleaming Lady Beetle?
Gleaming Lady Beetle (Coccinella fulgida) is a species in the family Coccinellidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Gleaming Lady Beetle?
Length 4.50 to 5.60 mm
How do you identify Gleaming Lady Beetle?
Gordon's figures
Where is Gleaming Lady Beetle found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Apparently occurring in tundra and boreal taiga. Collections rare. |
| Range | Northern Canada, Alaska - Map |