Cymindis limbata
This record describes Cymindis limbata (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Pale spot present on elytral humerus (lacking in the similar C. platicollis )
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
covered places: on trees, under loose bark, in leaf litter
Geographic Range
e. NA (NS-FL to MN-e.TX) - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cymindis limbata Dejean 1831
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Cymindis limbata. 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 limbata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Bbarnd , Chuck Entz , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Cymindis limbata
What is Cymindis limbata?
Cymindis limbata is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Cymindis limbata?
8.5-10.5 mm
How do you identify Cymindis limbata?
Pale spot present on elytral humerus (lacking in the similar C. platicollis )
Where is Cymindis limbata found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | covered places: on trees, under loose bark, in leaf litter |
| Range | e. NA (NS-FL to MN-e.TX) - Map |