Hadromorphus glaucus
This record describes Hadromorphus glaucus (species). Recorded family: Elateridae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Elateroidea
- Family
- Elateridae (Click Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Dendrometrinae
- Tribe
- Prosternini
- Genus
- Hadromorphus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Prairies
Geographic Range
w. NA (SK-BC to NM-CA)
Seasonal Activity
Adults collected 27.VI-10.VIII
Diet and Behavior
Diet: larval stage ~3 years
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Hadromorphus glaucus (Germar 1843)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Hadromorphus glaucus. 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 Hadromorphus glaucus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Hadromorphus glaucus
Where is Hadromorphus glaucus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Prairies |
| Range | w. NA (SK-BC to NM-CA) |
What does Hadromorphus glaucus eat?
The diet of the Hadromorphus glaucus includes larval stage ~3 years.
When is Hadromorphus glaucus active?
Hadromorphus glaucus: seasonal activity - Adults collected 27.VI-10.VIII.