Cymindis borealis
This record describes Cymindis borealis (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Cymindis borealis is a species of ground beetle in the subfamily Harpalinae. It was described by LeConte in 1863.
Identification notes
Holotype
Wikipedia reference for Cymindis borealis: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cymindis_borealis.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Harpalinae
- Tribe
- Lebiini
- Genus
- Cymindis
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Open sandy fields with short grassy vegetation
Geographic Range
most of Canada + ne. & nw. US
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cymindis borealis LeConte 1863
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Cymindis borealis. 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 Cymindis borealis (2)
Photo credits: (c) bryan_s_fisher, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by bryan_s_fisher | Contributed by Tim Loh; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Cymindis borealis
What is Cymindis borealis?
Cymindis borealis is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Cymindis borealis?
Holotype
Where is Cymindis borealis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Open sandy fields with short grassy vegetation |
| Range | most of Canada + ne. & nw. US |