Cymbiodyta vindicata
This record describes Cymbiodyta vindicata (species). Recorded family: Hydrophilidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
mesosternal ridge low, arcuate, transverse vs narrowly arcuate in C. minima and distinctly toothed in C. acuminata , the other lentic spp.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Hydrophiloidea
- Family
- Hydrophilidae (Water Scavenger Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Enochrinae
- Genus
- Cymbiodyta
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
not confined to fully aquatic habitats
Geographic Range
across Canada and the US ( 4 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cymbiodyta vindicata Fall 1924
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Cymbiodyta vindicata. 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 Cymbiodyta vindicata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Steve Nanz , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Cymbiodyta vindicata
What is Cymbiodyta vindicata?
Cymbiodyta vindicata is a species in the family Hydrophilidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Cymbiodyta vindicata?
3.5‒5.3 mm
How do you identify Cymbiodyta vindicata?
mesosternal ridge low, arcuate, transverse vs narrowly arcuate in C. minima and distinctly toothed in C. acuminata , the other lentic spp.
Where is Cymbiodyta vindicata found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | not confined to fully aquatic habitats |
| Range | across Canada and the US ( 4 ) |