Diplocheila impressicollis
This record describes Diplocheila impressicollis (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Elytral striae 7 fine to absent and distinct hind pronotal angles.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Harpalinae
- Tribe
- Licinini
- Genus
- Diplocheila
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Known from along the shore of Lake Michigan in Indiana. Most species in this genus are found on or near bodies of water.
Geographic Range
e NA, except se US (NM-VA-QC-SD) ( 3 )
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Diplocheila impressicollis. 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 Diplocheila impressicollis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brad Barnd; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Diplocheila impressicollis
What is Diplocheila impressicollis?
Diplocheila impressicollis is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Diplocheila impressicollis?
11 to 15 mm
How do you identify Diplocheila impressicollis?
Elytral striae 7 fine to absent and distinct hind pronotal angles.
Where is Diplocheila impressicollis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Known from along the shore of Lake Michigan in Indiana. Most species in this genus are found on or near bodies of water. |
| Range | e NA, except se US (NM-VA-QC-SD) ( 3 ) |