Lebia vittata
This record describes Lebia vittata (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
The vittate elytra, pale head, and femora dark at least apically, distinguish L. vittata from NA congeners except L. pectita in which the sutural vitta is not forked basally and elytral basal ridge incomplete
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
Canada (NS‒BC) to Mexico
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Lebia vittata (Fabricius 1777)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Lebia vittata. 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 vittata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Cotinis; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Lebia vittata
What is Lebia vittata?
Lebia vittata is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Lebia vittata?
5.5‒8 mm
How do you identify Lebia vittata?
The vittate elytra, pale head, and femora dark at least apically, distinguish L. vittata from NA congeners except L. pectita in which the sutural vitta is not forked basally and elytral basal ridge incomplete
Where is Lebia vittata found?
Range: Canada (NS‒BC) to Mexico