Oxycrepis icarus
This record describes Oxycrepis icarus (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Identification notes
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Harpalinae
- Tribe
- Abacetini
- Genus
- Oxycrepis
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Moist floodplain woods
Geographic Range
Known only from Virginia
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Oxycrepis icarus (Liebherr & Will 1998)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Oxycrepis icarus. 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 Oxycrepis icarus
How big is Oxycrepis icarus?
7.4-8.5 mm
How do you identify Oxycrepis icarus?
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Where is Oxycrepis icarus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Moist floodplain woods |
| Range | Known only from Virginia |