Notiophilus borealis
This record describes Notiophilus borealis (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Notiophilus borealis is a species of ground beetle in the family Carabidae. It is found in Europe & Northern Asia (excluding China) and North America.
Wikipedia reference for Notiophilus borealis: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Notiophilus borealis.
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
Lowlands to mountain areas, as well as subalpine to alpine areas; found in variety of habitats. ; open places: moraines, roadsides, vacant fields, alpine meadows, forest edges
Geographic Range
Holarctic, transcontinental in n. NA (LB-AK; isolated on some mountains of New England, NY, n.WY)
Seasonal Activity
Adults active Jun-Oct ( 4 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Notiophilus borealis T.W. Harris 1869
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Notiophilus borealis. 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 borealis (5)
Photo credits: (c) Konstantin, all rights reserved, uploaded by Konstantin | Contributed by Brad Barnd; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Notiophilus borealis
What is Notiophilus borealis?
Notiophilus borealis is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Notiophilus borealis?
4.7-5.7 mm
Where is Notiophilus borealis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Lowlands to mountain areas, as well as subalpine to alpine areas; found in variety of habitats. ; open places: moraines, roadsides, vacant fields, alpine meadows, forest edges |
| Range | Holarctic, transcontinental in n. NA (LB-AK; isolated on some mountains of New England, NY, n.WY) |
When is Notiophilus borealis active?
Notiophilus borealis: seasonal activity - Adults active Jun-Oct ( 4 ).