Photinus granulatus 0
Photinus granulatus
This record describes Photinus granulatus (species). Recorded family: Lampyridae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
This species has the rather short antennae and large eyes of dimissus and collustrans , with which it must be associated. The granulate pronotum is a unique character in our species; each granule bears a fine puncture at its summit. Type Locality: Lawrence, Kansas
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Elateroidea
- Family
- Lampyridae (Fireflies)
- Subfamily
- Lampyrinae
- Tribe
- Lucidotini
- Genus
- Photinus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
KS to e.TX, w.AR
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Photinus granulatus Fall, 1927
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Photinus granulatus. 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 Photinus granulatus 0
What is Photinus granulatus 0?
Photinus granulatus 0 (Photinus granulatus) is a species in the family Lampyridae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Photinus granulatus 0?
Length 6 mm
How do you identify Photinus granulatus 0?
This species has the rather short antennae and large eyes of dimissus and collustrans , with which it must be associated. The granulate pronotum is a unique character in our species; each granule bears a fine puncture at its summit.
Where is Photinus granulatus 0 found?
Range: KS to e.TX, w.AR