Nebria bellorum
This record describes Nebria bellorum (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Superficially similar to N. pallipes but can be easily distinguished by the uniformly dark head lacking rufous spots on the frons and the pronotum possessing midlateral setae Previously treated as a subspecies of N. lacustris ; raised to species by Kavanaugh et al.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Nebriinae
- Tribe
- Nebriini
- Genus
- Nebria (Gazelle Beetles)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Stony margins of running water
Geographic Range
Great Smoky Mountains endemic (NC and TN)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Nebria bellorum. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nebria bellorum
What is Nebria bellorum?
Nebria bellorum is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Nebria bellorum?
9.5-11 mm
How do you identify Nebria bellorum?
Superficially similar to N. pallipes but can be easily distinguished by the uniformly dark head lacking rufous spots on the frons and the pronotum possessing midlateral setae
Where is Nebria bellorum found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Stony margins of running water |
| Range | Great Smoky Mountains endemic (NC and TN) |