Notiophilus aeneus
This record describes Notiophilus aeneus (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Elytra with two preapical setigerous punctures, antennae and legs pale reddish, pronotum markedly constricted basally.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Nebriinae
- Tribe
- Notiophilini
- Genus
- Notiophilus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
"Occurs in moss in litter in damp hardwood woods."
Geographic Range
Eastern (CT, DC, DE, GA, IA, IL, IN, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NB, NC, NH, NJ, NS, NY, OH, ON, PA, PE, PQ, RI, SC, TN, VA, VT, WI, WV)
Seasonal Activity
Mostly diurnal adults active in spring and early summer ( 3 )
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Probably prey on small insects ( 3 )
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Notiophilus aeneus. 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 Notiophilus aeneus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brad Barnd; Additional contributions by Marci Hess
Frequently Asked Questions About Notiophilus aeneus
What is Notiophilus aeneus?
Notiophilus aeneus is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Notiophilus aeneus?
Elytra with two preapical setigerous punctures, antennae and legs pale reddish, pronotum markedly constricted basally.
Where is Notiophilus aeneus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Occurs in moss in litter in damp hardwood woods. |
| Range | Eastern (CT, DC, DE, GA, IA, IL, IN, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NB, NC, NH, NJ, NS, NY, OH, ON, PA, PE, PQ, RI, SC, TN, VA, VT, WI, WV) |
What does Notiophilus aeneus eat?
The diet of the Notiophilus aeneus includes Probably prey on small insects ( 3 ).
When is Notiophilus aeneus active?
Notiophilus aeneus: seasonal activity - Mostly diurnal adults active in spring and early summer ( 3 ).