Lebia abdominalis
This record describes Lebia abdominalis (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Thorax narrowly margined. our only species with both a strongly constricted neck and narrow pronotal margins (emphasis added); superficially similar in color to viridipennis also, yellow on legs is generally paler and black on legs generally more restricted to joint area than on viridipennis (MAQ, pers. ob.) additionally, the elytra are occasionally brassy in color, example
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Harpalinae
- Tribe
- Lebiini
- Genus
- Lebia (Colorful Foliage Ground Beetles)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. US, AZ (NJ-FL to KS-TX) to C. Amer. / W. Indies - Map ( 4 ) ( 5 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Lebia abdominalis Chaudoir 1843
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Lebia abdominalis. 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 Lebia abdominalis (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Lebia abdominalis
What is Lebia abdominalis?
Lebia abdominalis is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Lebia abdominalis?
2.52-3.44 mm
How do you identify Lebia abdominalis?
Thorax narrowly margined. our only species with both a strongly constricted neck and narrow pronotal margins (emphasis added); superficially similar in color to viridipennis also, yellow on legs is generally paler and black on legs generally more restricted to joint area than on viridipennis (MAQ, pers. ob.) additionally, the elytra are occasionally brassy in color, example
Where is Lebia abdominalis found?
Range: e. US, AZ (NJ-FL to KS-TX) to C. Amer. / W. Indies - Map ( 4 ) ( 5 )