Haliplus cribrarius
This record describes Haliplus cribrarius (species). Recorded family: Haliplidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Identification notes
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Haliplidae (Crawling Water Beetles)
- Genus
- Haliplus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
creeks, ponds, ditches, lakes and swamps up to 3,100 m altitude
Geographic Range
transcontinental in Canada and the northern US, south to CO‒IL‒DE
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Haliplus cribrarius LeConte 1850
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Haliplus cribrarius. 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 Haliplus cribrarius (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Tim Loh; Additional contributions by Chuck Entz , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Haliplus cribrarius
How big is Haliplus cribrarius?
4.3‒4.7 mm
How do you identify Haliplus cribrarius?
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Where is Haliplus cribrarius found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | creeks, ponds, ditches, lakes and swamps up to 3,100 m altitude |
| Range | transcontinental in Canada and the northern US, south to CO‒IL‒DE |