Lophoglossus gravis
This record describes Lophoglossus gravis (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Pronotum is distinctive for the genus
Identification notes
Pronotum is distinctive for the genus
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Harpalinae
- Tribe
- Pterostichini
- Genus
- Lophoglossus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Lowlands- piedmont and coastal plain. ( 3 )
Geographic Range
NJ, MD, DC, VA, NC, SC, GA
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Lophoglossus gravis LeConte 1873
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Lophoglossus gravis. 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 Lophoglossus gravis (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Thrasher
Frequently Asked Questions About Lophoglossus gravis
What is Lophoglossus gravis?
Lophoglossus gravis is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Lophoglossus gravis?
Pronotum is distinctive for the genus
Where is Lophoglossus gravis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Lowlands- piedmont and coastal plain. ( 3 ) |
| Range | NJ, MD, DC, VA, NC, SC, GA |