Podabrus modestus
This record describes Podabrus modestus (species). Recorded family: Cantharidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Podabrus modestus is a species of soldier beetle in the family Cantharidae. It is found in North America.
Wikipedia reference for Podabrus modestus: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Podabrus modestus.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Elateroidea
- Family
- Cantharidae (Soldier Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cantharinae
- Tribe
- Podabrini
- Genus
- Podabrus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. NA (NF-NC to MB-ne.TX) - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Podabrus modestus (Say 1823)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Podabrus modestus. 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 Podabrus modestus (3)
Photo credits: (c) Alain Hogue, all rights reserved, uploaded by Alain Hogue | (c) Benoit Renaud, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Benoit Renaud | Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by anitagould , Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Podabrus modestus
What is Podabrus modestus?
Podabrus modestus is a species in the family Cantharidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Podabrus modestus?
8.5-11 mm
Where is Podabrus modestus found?
Range: e. NA (NF-NC to MB-ne.TX) - Map