Peltodytes sexmaculatus
This record describes Peltodytes sexmaculatus (species). Recorded family: Haliplidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Median elytral spots not coalescent on suture
Wikipedia reference for Peltodytes sexmaculatus: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peltodytes_sexmaculatus.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Haliplidae (Crawling Water Beetles)
- Genus
- Peltodytes
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
lakes, rivers, ditches, slow streams, pools, and mud flats; adults come to lights (Matta 1976; Hilsenhoff & Brigham 1978) ( 4 )
Geographic Range
e NA (QC-FL to MN-TX)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Peltodytes sexmaculatus Roberts 1913
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Peltodytes sexmaculatus. 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 Peltodytes sexmaculatus (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Tim Loh; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov , mpintar
Frequently Asked Questions About Peltodytes sexmaculatus
What is Peltodytes sexmaculatus?
Peltodytes sexmaculatus is a species in the family Haliplidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Peltodytes sexmaculatus?
3.4-4.0 mm
How do you identify Peltodytes sexmaculatus?
Median elytral spots not coalescent on suture
Where is Peltodytes sexmaculatus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | lakes, rivers, ditches, slow streams, pools, and mud flats; adults come to lights (Matta 1976; Hilsenhoff & Brigham 1978) ( 4 ) |
| Range | e NA (QC-FL to MN-TX) |