Glyptotus cribratus
This record describes Glyptotus cribratus (species). Recorded family: Tenebrionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Besides the eight rows of large remote punctures, there is a marginal series and a short scutellar one. The sides of the thorax converge a little behind the middle, and are almost straight to the posterior angles, where they are bent a little inwards. - puctures of var. depths
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Tenebrionidae (Darkling Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Stenochiinae
- Tribe
- Cnodalonini
- Genus
- Glyptotus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
se US (VA‒FL to OK‒TX); Mexico, Bahamas - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Glyptotus cribratus LeConte 1858
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Glyptotus cribratus. 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 Glyptotus cribratus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Glyptotus cribratus
What is Glyptotus cribratus?
Glyptotus cribratus is a species in the family Tenebrionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Glyptotus cribratus?
11‒12 mm
How do you identify Glyptotus cribratus?
Besides the eight rows of large remote punctures, there is a marginal series and a short scutellar one. The sides of the thorax converge a little behind the middle, and are almost straight to the posterior angles, where they are bent a little inwards. - puctures of var. depths
Where is Glyptotus cribratus found?
Range: se US (VA‒FL to OK‒TX); Mexico, Bahamas - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 )