Nemognatha lurida
This record describes Nemognatha lurida (species). Recorded family: Meloidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Specimens from opposite extremes of the range, however, may be separated as follows: Pronotum usually densely punctate, punctures laterally on disk often contiguous; anterior angles moderately abrupt; pubescence pale or dark; pronotal outline as illustrated in Fig. 87 lurida lurida Pronotum moderately densely punctate, punctures usually separated by at least their diameters; anterior angles broadly rounded; pubescence dark; pronotal outline as in Fig. 88 lurida apicalis
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Meloidae (Blister Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Nemognathinae
- Tribe
- Nemognathini
- Genus
- Nemognatha
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
w. US / Mex. - Map N. l. lurida - Rockies east (IA-ND-WY to TX-e.AZ) N. l. apicalis - Rockies west (OR-CA to MT-WY-nw.NM-AZ)
Seasonal Activity
late Mar. to mid Oct.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Nemognatha lurida LeConte 1853
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Nemognatha lurida. 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 Nemognatha lurida (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Cotinis; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Nemognatha lurida
What is Nemognatha lurida?
Nemognatha lurida is a species in the family Meloidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Nemognatha lurida?
6.5-15 mm
How do you identify Nemognatha lurida?
Specimens from opposite extremes of the range, however, may be separated as follows: Pronotum usually densely punctate, punctures laterally on disk often contiguous; anterior angles moderately abrupt; pubescence pale or dark; pronotal outline as illustrated in Fig. 87 lurida lurida Pronotum moderately densely punctate, punctures usually separated by at least their diameters; anterior angles broadly rounded; pubescence dark; pronotal outline as in Fig. 88 lurida apicalis
Where is Nemognatha lurida found?
Range: w. US / Mex. - Map N. l. lurida - Rockies east (IA-ND-WY to TX-e.AZ) N. l. apicalis - Rockies west (OR-CA to MT-WY-nw.NM-AZ)
When is Nemognatha lurida active?
Nemognatha lurida: seasonal activity - late Mar. to mid Oct..