Ega sallei
This record describes Ega sallei (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Identification notes
Det. M. A. Quinn, 2010
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Harpalinae
- Tribe
- Lachnophorini
- Genus
- Ega
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
wet areas
Geographic Range
se US: (TX-FL-SC) / Mex. to Nicaragua - Map , most records TX & FL peninsula
Seasonal Activity
Jun-Aug in SC ( 4 ) ; Mar-Nov in TX (BG data)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Ega sallei Chevrolat 1839 (sp. was restored to Ega in Erwin & Zamorano )
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Ega sallei. 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 Ega sallei (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Phillip Harpootlian; Additional contributions by cotinis , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Ega sallei
How big is Ega sallei?
4 mm
How do you identify Ega sallei?
Det. M. A. Quinn, 2010
Where is Ega sallei found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | wet areas |
| Range | se US: (TX-FL-SC) / Mex. to Nicaragua - Map , most records TX & FL peninsula |
When is Ega sallei active?
Ega sallei: seasonal activity - Jun-Aug in SC ( 4 ) ; Mar-Nov in TX (BG data).