Cymindis punctifera
This record describes Cymindis punctifera (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Pinacodera punctifera is a species in the beetle family Carabidae. It is found in the United States.
Wikipedia reference for Cymindis punctifera: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pinacodera_punctifera.
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
Geographic Range
AZ‒w.TX north to 35N and east to ~98W along Rio Grande; n.Mexico
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cymindis punctifera (LeConte 1884)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Cymindis punctifera. 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 punctifera (5)
Photo credits: (c) Mike Quinn, San Marcos, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Mike Quinn, San Marcos | (c) Sue Carnahan, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Sue Carnahan | (c) Kuoni W, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Kuoni W | (c) Clarence Holmes, all rights reserved, uploaded by Clarence Holmes | Contributed by margarethe brummermann; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Cymindis punctifera
What is Cymindis punctifera?
Cymindis punctifera is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Cymindis punctifera?
head to elytral apex ♂ <7.4 mm, ♀ <7.9 mm
Where is Cymindis punctifera found?
Range: AZ‒w.TX north to 35N and east to ~98W along Rio Grande; n.Mexico