Lebia bivittata
This record describes Lebia bivittata (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Lebia bivittata (Lebia bivittata) is a species in the family Carabidae, commonly known as ground beetles, belonging to the order Coleoptera (Beetles). It is classified within the subfamily Harpalinae, tribe Lebiini, suborder Adephaga. This species belongs to the genus Lebia (Colorful Foliage Ground Beetles). Size: elytra 2.84‒3.96 mm.
Identification notes
each elytron with two pale vittae
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
NY‒MI‒NE‒CO to GA‒AL‒AZ to Mexico ; very rare in the east - Map , most records Rockies to the Plains
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Lebia bivittata (Fabricius 1798)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Lebia bivittata. 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 bivittata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Lebia bivittata
What is Lebia bivittata?
Lebia bivittata is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Lebia bivittata?
elytra 2.84‒3.96 mm
How do you identify Lebia bivittata?
each elytron with two pale vittae
Where is Lebia bivittata found?
Range: NY‒MI‒NE‒CO to GA‒AL‒AZ to Mexico ; very rare in the east - Map , most records Rockies to the Plains