Leistus terminatus
This record describes Leistus terminatus (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
About 8mm long it is a reddish brown beetle with a black head but darker, brown forms also occur. Similar to L. ferrugineus , except this species has a dark head and also a dark end to the elytra. Found primarily in damp places in woodland, damp grassland and gardens. Look under stones, loose bark, in grass tussocks etc. No additional images available for this species.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera
- Family
- Carabidae
- Genus
- Leistus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Found primarily in damp places in woodland, damp grassland and gardens. Look under stones, loose bark, in grass tussocks etc.
Seasonal Activity
Late spring and summer
Additional species information
Recorded status
It is widespread and common in Britain
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Leistus terminatus. 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 Leistus terminatus (2)
Frequently Asked Questions About Leistus terminatus
What is Leistus terminatus?
Leistus terminatus is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Leistus terminatus found?
Habitat: Found primarily in damp places in woodland, damp grassland and gardens. Look under stones, loose bark, in grass tussocks etc.
When is Leistus terminatus active?
Leistus terminatus: seasonal activity - Late spring and summer.