Copelatus caelatipennis
This record describes Copelatus caelatipennis (species). Recorded family: Dytiscidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
most specimens with base of elytron pale and contrasting with [slightly] darker color of pronotum and [much darker] remainder of elytron
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Dytiscidae (Predaceous Diving Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Copelatinae
- Genus
- Copelatus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
se. US (NJ-FL to IL-TX) / Mex. to C. Amer. - , mostly FL and the se. coastal plains
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Copelatus caelatipennis Aubé 1838
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Copelatus caelatipennis. 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 Copelatus caelatipennis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Tim Loh; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov , mpintar
Frequently Asked Questions About Copelatus caelatipennis
What is Copelatus caelatipennis?
Copelatus caelatipennis is a species in the family Dytiscidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Copelatus caelatipennis?
most specimens with base of elytron pale and contrasting with [slightly] darker color of pronotum and [much darker] remainder of elytron
Where is Copelatus caelatipennis found?
Range: se. US (NJ-FL to IL-TX) / Mex. to C. Amer. - , mostly FL and the se. coastal plains