Colliuris lioptera
This record describes Colliuris lioptera (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Elytron black with one lateral reddish dot in posterior third. ─Peter Messer, 5.ix.2015
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Harpalinae
- Tribe
- Odacanthini
- Genus
- Colliuris (Long-necked Ground Beetles)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ to Honduras ; 2 spmns taken in Kerrville, TX [ix.1990]
Diet and Behavior
Life History
comes to lights ( 3 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Colliuris lioptera (Bates 1891)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Colliuris lioptera. 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 Colliuris lioptera (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by margarethe brummermann; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Colliuris lioptera
What is Colliuris lioptera?
Colliuris lioptera is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Colliuris lioptera?
Elytron black with one lateral reddish dot in posterior third. ─Peter Messer, 5.ix.2015
Where is Colliuris lioptera found?
Range: AZ to Honduras ; 2 spmns taken in Kerrville, TX [ix.1990]
What is the life cycle of a Colliuris lioptera?
comes to lights ( 3 )