Drapetes quadripustulatus
This record describes Drapetes quadripustulatus (species). Recorded family: Elateridae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
the only Neactic species with four elytral maculae, two on each elytron.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Elateroidea
- Family
- Elateridae (Click Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lissominae
- Genus
- Drapetes
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. US (NY-c.FL to SD-s.TX) - iNat , uncommon, 0-3 records per state
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Drapetes quadripustulatus Bonvouloir 1859
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Drapetes quadripustulatus. 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 Drapetes quadripustulatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Drapetes quadripustulatus
What is Drapetes quadripustulatus?
Drapetes quadripustulatus is a species in the family Elateridae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Drapetes quadripustulatus?
2.75-4 mm
How do you identify Drapetes quadripustulatus?
the only Neactic species with four elytral maculae, two on each elytron.
Where is Drapetes quadripustulatus found?
Range: e. US (NY-c.FL to SD-s.TX) - iNat , uncommon, 0-3 records per state